Sterile Processing Technician: Precision Instrument Care

CommonSpirit Health; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria, CA, is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments with precision to support patient safety and efficient care. You will handle instrument sets, manage inventory, assist training, record QA data, and ensure compliance with Universal Precautions in a fast-paced hospital environment.

This role requires CPR at hire and may benefit from 6–12 months of related acute care

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (CPR) required at hire.
• Six to twelve months of related hospital experience preferred.
• Experience with medical supplies in acute care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and sort instrument sets and ensure proper sterilization and handling.
• Maintain instrument and supply inventories and stock Central Service.
• Assist with training new staff and participate in meetings.
• Record logs for sterilization, QA measurements, and inventory.
• Adhere to Universal Precautions and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

CPR

Job description

Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria, CA, is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to decontaminate, sterilize, and assemble surgical instruments with precision to support patient safety and efficient care. You will handle instrument sets, manage inventory, assist training, record QA data, and ensure compliance with Universal Precautions in a fast-paced hospital environment.

This role requires CPR at hire and may benefit from 6–12 months of related acute care