Surgical Instrument Technician - Precision & Patient Safety

Dignity Health; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health in Long Beach, CA is seeking an Instrument Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair surgical instruments, ensuring precision and readiness for procedures. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and collaboration with sterile processing and surgical teams.

Responsibilities include detailed instrument inspections, delicate repairs, record-keeping, and adherence to sterility and safety standards to protect patients and support efficient operating room workflows.

Qualifications

• Must hold Certification in Sterile Processing and Distribution (CSPDT) or equivalent.
• CPR/Basic Life Support certification required.
• Demonstrates strong manual dexterity and attention to detail in a high-stakes healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair surgical instruments.
• Prepare instrument sets and manage inventory.
• Operate sterilization equipment and document repair activities.
• Collaborate with sterile processing and surgical teams to ensure instrument readiness.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Sterile processing knowledge

Education

Certified Sterile Processing and Dist Tech

Basic Life Support - CPR

Job description

Dignity Health in Long Beach, CA is seeking an Instrument Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair surgical instruments, ensuring precision and readiness for procedures. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and collaboration with sterile processing and surgical teams.

Responsibilities include detailed instrument inspections, delicate repairs, record-keeping, and adherence to sterility and safety standards to protect patients and support efficient operating room workflows.