Sterile Processing Technician II - Sterile Processing - Full Time 10 Hour Evening Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union)

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute reusable surgical instrumentation. You will operate autoclaves, hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaners, and washers while maintaining documentation and quality assurance.

The role requires a Sterile Processing Program completion or equivalent experience, CSPT/CST certification, and 1 year of SPD experience.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required.
• Completion of Sterile Processing Program or accredited Surgical Technician program; if not completed, 3 additional years as Sterile Processing Tech.
• Minimum 1 year Sterile Processing experience.
• Basic knowledge of Windows OS and computer systems.
• Ability to operate washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Current Sterile Processing Certification (HSPA, CBSPD) or CST/TS-C from CAAHEP/ABHES and renewals.
• Fire Life Safety Training within LA City (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package surgical instrument sets per protocol and IFU.
• Disassemble and decontaminate instruments and load washers per IFU.
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment and document quality assurance.
• Dispense sterile instrumentation to OR and maintain sterile inventory.
• Train or assist other Sterile Processing Technicians as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment and liaise with OR and outside vendors.
• Prepare loads and inspect packages for proper sterilization.
• Adhere to SPD policies and procedures.

Skills

Windows OS knowledge

Instrument sterilization

Disassembly & reassembly of equipment

Troubleshooting equipment

Communication with OR and departments

Basic computer literacy

Training others

Documentation and logging

Education

High School or equivalent

Sterile Processing Program or accredited Surgical Technician program

Certification: CSPT or CST or TS-C

Tools

Censitrac tracking system

Casechek loaner trays

Autoclave sterilizers

Hydrogen peroxide sterilizers

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT)II serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation and implants throughout the organization. Operate Steam (autoclave) and H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Store, date, rotate and distribute reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation. All in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines.

Essential Duties

• Assemble and package surgical/clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU. Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanliness
• Disassemble instruments/equipment, remove gross contamination, manually wash instruments, decontaminate and load automated washers according to manufacturer's instructions for use (IFU).
• Operate and maintain sterilization and disinfection equipment according to established protocols and professional standards. Maintain sterilization documentation related to items processed, quality assurance, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Dispense sterile instrumentation to appropriate locations in the Sterile Storage and OR. Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance. Proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation..
• Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments. Train and assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above.
• Troubleshoot and address routine equipment, instrument, and customer issues. Interface with OR, ancillary departments, and other customers to resolve issues. Receive loaner trays via Casechek and communicate with outside companies to help resolve instrument issues.
• Prepares loads, operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.
• Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPD policies/procedures/SOPs in performance of duties.
• Prepares OR case carts and places any missing items on the OR shortage list. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization.
• Obtain knowledge of documentation and logging of information and use of the Censitrac tracking system
• May train or provide guidance or work direction to the Sterile Processing Technician I as needed.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Req High School or equivalent
• Req Specialized/technical training Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program. If no completion of program, must have an additional three years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.
• If no completion of program, must have an additional three years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.
• Req 1 year Sterile Processing
• Req Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard and mouse operation.
• Req Ability to operate complex machinery including washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Req Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.
• Req Knowledge of medical terminology
• Req Sterile Processing Certification Current Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician through an accredited organization (HSPA, CBSPD) or Valid Certified Surgical Tech (CST) or Surgery-Certified Credential (TS-C) from CAAHEP or ABHES certification (Must be maintained by renewal before expiration date).
• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital's world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials.

The hourly rate range for this position is $27.45 - $46.68. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.