Sterile Processing Technician II

Sutter Health; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits included

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician in Palo Alto to perform instrument processing and decontamination, ensuring sterile supplies, equipment maintenance, and compliance with safety standards. The role supports the department with efficient workflows and adherence to regulations.

Role requires a HS diploma or GED, Sterile Processing Certification, and 1 year of relevant experience. Rotating full-time schedule, 40 hours weekly, with weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Sterile Processing Certification required.
• 1 year of recent relevant experience preferred.
• General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Process and decontaminate surgical instruments.
• Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance and testing as needed.
• Adhere to local, state and federal regulations and safety policies.
• Maintain records and support department operations.

Skills

Surgical tools

Anatomy & physiology

Data interpretation

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Sterile Processing Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD

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.

Job Description:

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Sterile Processing Certification (Required)

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:

Rotating

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

Saturday

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

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

Pay Range is $36.66 to $51.32 / 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.