Sterilization & Instrument Care Technician

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley is hiring a Central Service Technician to sterilize, assemble and dispense equipment and supplies. This role supports department inventory and maintains proper aseptic technique under supervision.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of Central Service Technician training. Prior experience (1–2 years) is preferred; strong English communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Central Service Technician training required.
• Strong knowledge of QA, safety and infection control guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Sterilizes instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using autoclaves.
• Loads autoclaves per manufacturer requirements and verifies sterilization cycles.
• Assembles instrument trays and packs according to procedure.
• Communicates with supervisor when parts are unavailable or equipment is deficient.
• Dispenses sterile and non-sterile equipment per department requests.
• Disassembles, cleans, reassembles and tests portable equipment with approved cleaners.
• Assists in orientation of new employees to each work area.
• Performs duties per C-I-CARE standards of the hospital.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Time management

Quality Assurance

Infection Control

Attention to detail

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Central Service Technician training

Job description

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley is hiring a Central Service Technician to sterilize, assemble and dispense equipment and supplies. This role supports department inventory and maintains proper aseptic technique under supervision.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of Central Service Technician training. Prior experience (1–2 years) is preferred; strong English communication and attention to detail are essential.