Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing Full Time Evening

Providence; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Little Company of Mary Torrance is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician for the Evening shift. The role involves processing and sterilizing instruments, and handling inventory for real-time status updates.

Under supervision, you will receive and respond to requests for product, equipment and supplies, while ensuring compliance with established procedures in a hospital Central Services environment in Torrance, CA.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a recognized Central Service Technician course and maintain CEU updates on file.
• Within 1 year of hire, obtain a national certification as Registered Central Service Technician (HSPA) or CPD certification.
• Within 1 year of hire, obtain Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician certification (CSPDT) or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Central Service.
• Experience with general office practices, purchasing, business ethics and prudent buyer concepts.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, process and sterilize equipment and instrumentation.
• Receive and issue supplies/equipment; maintain real-time inventory.
• Respond to calls for product, equipment and supplies as needed.

Education

Central Service Technician course

National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association

National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution

Job description

Sterile Processing Technician at Providence Little Company of Mary Torrance in Torrance, CA. This position is Full Time and will work 8-hour, Evening shifts.

Providence Little Company of Mary in Torrance is celebrated in 2025 as one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek and recognized by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in 11 types of care. We are also proud to be included in the Maternity Care Honor Roll by the California Surgeon General for 2024.

Under supervision the Central Tech II processes, sterilizes equipment and instrumentation. The Tech II issues and receives supplies and equipment according to established procedures and maintains an accurate inventory to reflect a real-time status. The Tech II is responsible for receiving and responding to all calls for product, equipment and supplies.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Little Company Of Mary Torrance Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: Must have successfully completed a recognized Central Service Technician course and keep Continuing Education Units (CEU) updated and on file.
• Within 1 year of hire National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association, or
• Within 1 year of hire National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
• 2 yearsexperience in Central Service.
• Experience in general office practices and procedures, purchasing practices, business ethics and prudent buyer concepts.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.