Sterile Processing Technician II - Sterile Processing - Full Time 10 Hour Nights, Thursday - Sunday (Non-Exempt) (Union)

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

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC in Los Angeles is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician II to decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and distribute reusable surgical instrumentation according to IFU guidelines. This role operates autoclaves and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, maintains sterile inventory, and supports OR needs while ensuring quality and safety standards.

You will document processes, train junior staff, and collaborate with OR and ancillary departments to resolve issues, maintaining compliance

Qualifications

• Req High School or equivalent.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program; if not completed, 3+ years of Sterile Processing experience.
• If no program, must have an additional 3 years of Sterile Processing experience.
• Req 1 year Sterile Processing experience.
• Req Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS.
• Req Ability to operate washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Req Sterile Processing Certification current; renewal before expiration.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package instrument sets per protocols and IFU; check functionality and cleanliness.
• Disassemble, wash, decontaminate, and load washers per IFU.
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment and document quality assurance.
• Dispense sterile instrumentation to locations; manage sterile inventory and par levels.
• Maintain process flow through communication with OR and other departments; train others.
• Troubleshoot equipment and instrument issues; liaise with outside vendors and Casechek.
• Prepare loads and operate equipment involved in sterilization.
• Adhere to SPD policies and SOPs; maintain records and logs.

Skills

Sterile processing

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Communication

Certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Sterile Processing Program

Sterile Processing Certification

Tools

Windows OS

Washer/Ultrasonic/sterilizers

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.

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