Sterile Processing Tech (Per Diem)

Children’s Hospital of Orange County; California (MO); On-site; USD 31,684 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Orange County in California seeks a Sterile Processing Technician responsible for decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of medical supplies. This per diem role includes maintaining sterilization logs and providing excellent customer service.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and strong knowledge of sterilization standards. The role demands a medium to high energy level and includes various physical activities.

Qualifications

• Understanding of sterilization standards and operations.
• Ability to maintain sterilization logs and instrument tracking.
• Customer service experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and sterilize medical equipment.
• Maintain accurate sterilization logs.
• Participate in supply inventory management.

Skills

Knowledge of sterilization standards

Proficient verbal and written English

Basic computer skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for a variety of duties in relation to decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays and sets, case arts, and equipment. The role maintains sterilization logs, instrument tracking system, and supply inventory in the sterile processing department, performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of department equipment, and participates in the distribution of supplies to customers while maintaining excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays, sets, case arts, and equipment.
• Maintenance of sterilization logs and instrument tracking system.
• Supply inventory management and distribution.
• Routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of department equipment.
• Customer service when distributing supplies to customers.

Pay Range

Minimum $23.00; Midpoint $23.00; Maximum $24.00, determined by factors including experience, education, and position requirements.

Position Details

Per diem, day shift schedule of 0600-1430. Flexibility to work weekdays (Monday – Friday).

Experience

• Required: None.
• Preferred: One (1) year of sterile processing experience and/or previous hospital experience.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent.

Training

• Required: Individual must be hired into a training course or have completed a training course that qualifies them to sit for required certification.
• Preferred: Course in medical terminology, human anatomy, microbiology, infection control, decontamination, disinfection, instrument assembly, packaging, high‑level sterilization, biological testing, inventory management, and distribution.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of sterilization standards and operations, autoclave operations, and biological monitoring.
• Proficient verbal and written English with excellent telephone and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a rapidly changing environment.
• Basic computer and instrument tracking system skills.
• Effective reading, writing, and understanding of English at a professional level.
• Goal setting and performance judgment in accordance with high standards and respect.
• Promotion of teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission and exceed customer expectations.

Licensure

• Required: RQI Responder – American Heart Association within 6 months of hire/transfer.
• Required: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) – certification to be obtained within 1 year of hire or transfer.
• Preferred: International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM).

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Functional Demand: Medium – High energy level.

• Lift and carry 40–50 lbs.
• Push/pull 150–200 lbs.
• Lateral transfer 150–200 lbs.

Physical Activity Requirements

• Bending, carrying objects, climbing, keyboard use/repetitive motion, pinching/fine motor activities, push/pull, reaching forward, reaching overhead, sitting, squatting/kneeling/crawling, standing, speaking or hearing, tasting or smelling, twisting, walking, wrist position deviation.

Prevalence of lifting: Floor to waist – constant 67% or more, frequent 36–66%, occasional 0–35%; waist and above – constant 67% or more, frequent 36–66%, occasional 0–35%.

Sensory Requirements

• Color discrimination.
• Depth perception.
• Far vision.
• Hearing.
• Near vision.

Environment Requirements

• Airborne communicable disease.
• Bloodborne pathogens.
• Chemicals.
• Dust and particulate matter.
• Extreme noise levels.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Radiation.
• Uneven surfaces or elevations.

EEO Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.