Sterile Processing Technician – OR Prep & Instrument Care

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) operates Palmdale Regional Medical Center, a modern 184-bed acute care facility serving the Antelope Valley.

This role supports Central Supply and OR operations, ensuring timely provision of sterile and non-sterile supplies, infection-control compliance, and proper sterilization of instruments. The ideal candidate has experience in central supply or OR support, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in Central Supply/Operating Room preferred but training available.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic organizational and computer skills.
• BLS certification or willingness to start within 45 days of hire.
• CPI required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, store, and issue sterile and non-sterile supplies to hospital divisions; assist in infection control.
• Clean and prepare OR instrumentation for sterilization.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

BLS certification

CPI

CSSM

Education

General education

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) operates Palmdale Regional Medical Center, a modern 184-bed acute care facility serving the Antelope Valley.

This role supports Central Supply and OR operations, ensuring timely provision of sterile and non-sterile supplies, infection-control compliance, and proper sterilization of instruments. The ideal candidate has experience in central supply or OR support, with strong communication and organizational skills.