Sterile Processing Technician II

Sutter Health; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

MMC-Memorial Medical Center, part of Sutter Health, is seeking an Instrument Processing Specialist to manage sterilization, decontamination, and supply distribution to support patient care. The role requires independent judgment and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include operating sterilization procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring timely processing of instruments. A high school diploma or GED is required, with sterile processing certification preferred

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• OR Sterile Processing Certification.
• 1 year of recent relevant experience.

Skills

Surgical tools & equipment knowledge

Data interpretation

Anatomy & medical terminology

Time management

MS Office

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Sterile Processing Certification

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

MMC-Memorial Medical Center

Position Overview

Competently performs standardized instrument processing and decontamination to prevent the spread of infection, illness or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment to support the functionality of the department by disinfecting and distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Integrates education and technical competence to execute safe and precise sterilization procedures. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Education

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Job Description

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• OR Sterile Processing Certification

Typical Experience

• 1-year recent relevant experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Job Shift

Varied

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

As Needed

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

36

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $32.68 to $45.74 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.