Temporary Sterile Processing Technician I

County of Riverside; Moreno Valley (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary Assignment Program (TAP)

Job summary

County of Riverside seeks a Temporary Sterile Processing Technician I to support Riverside University Health System, Medical Center, in Moreno Valley. Under supervision, cleans, sterilizes, prepares, and issues medical instruments, equipment and supplies; performs minor maintenance on equipment; and assists with related duties.

The role is entry level in the Sterile Processing series, with training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or higher.
• Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education.
• No prior experience required; entry level role.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, clean, decontaminate, and sterilize medical equipment and supplies; perform minor maintenance as needed.
• Assemble instruments for surgery or case carts; package and label; sterilize and aerate as required.
• Distribute sterilized supplies; manage inventory and issue supplies to patients.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Sterilization

Inventory management

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certificate of Proficiency – California State Board of Education

Tools

Barcode scanner

Job description

The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is seeking a Temporary Sterile Processing Technician I to support Riverside University Health System, Medical Center, in Moreno Valley.

Under close supervision, cleans, sterilizes, prepares, and issues medical instruments, equipment and supplies; performs minor maintenance and repairs on medical equipment; and performs other related duties as required.

The Sterile Processing Technician I is the entry level classification in the Sterile Processing Technician series and reports to the Supervising Sterile Processing Technician, Sterile Processing Manager or equivalent level manager. Incumbents receive initial training in the techniques and procedures essential to the classification's duties.

The Sterile Processing Technician I is distinguished from the Sterile Processing Technician II in that the latter is the fully qualified journey level in the series.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of cleaning procedures, be comfortable with extensive walking, and be able to pull heavy carts.

Work schedule

12 hour shifts 7am-7pm Monday-Sunday, or 12 hour shifts 7pm-7am Monday-Sunday

Meet the Team!

Riverside University Health System-Medical Center consistently receives national recognition for its progressive and innovative care, as well as being known as one of the top employers in the region. The 439-bed Medical Center is a designated Stroke Center, Level II Trauma Center, and the only Pediatric ICU in the region. Can you see yourself here? For more information on RUHS-Medical Center, please visit www.ruhealth.org.

About TAP

The Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) recruits and hires temporary employees for all County departments. TAP assignments are a great way to learn about working for the County while working on a temporary, at-will basis.

Learn more about TAP

https://rc-hr.com/temporary-medical-assignment-program-tapmap

TAP Benefits

https://rc-hr.com/files/users/user116/COR_2026_TAP_Guide_FINAL.pdf (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, clean, decontaminate, and sterilize returned reusable medical equipment and surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation, ensuring all parts have been returned and are operable, selecting appropriate cleaning agents and decontamination and sterilization processes; perform minor maintenance and repairs on medical equipment as needed.
• Identify and assemble medical and surgical instrumentation and supplies using count sheets; package in accordance with sterilization technique to be used; generate and attach labels and billing codes; sterilize, and if required, aerate.
• Assemble instruments and supplies for surgery or case/specialty cart procedures using pick lists; distribute sterilized supplies and patient care equipment, maintaining required inventory levels throughout hospital and clinics; check correctness of requisitions and accuracy of inventory and issue supplies; issue prescribed medical supplies and equipment to patients.
• Create and maintain accurate equipment tracking, inventory, sterilization, and testing records and logs using a computer, laser wand, or scanner for barcode entry; run reports.
• Store and maintain all sterile supplies and respiratory therapy equipment; stock and maintain processing areas; clean and test sterilizers; keep storage areas clean and orderly; inspect, fold and stack sterilized linen.
• Ensure that department policies and procedures are followed.
• Provide vacation and temporary relief as required.
• Equipment pick-ups, delivery, and cleaning (including IV pumps, epidural pumps crash carts).
• Education: Graduation from high school, possession of a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education, or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. examination.

Experience

None required.

Knowledge

The more common medical equipment and instruments used in a hospital setting.

Ability

Learn aseptic and sterile techniques; learn the terminology of parts and supplies associated with area of assignment; follow oral and written directions; work cooperatively with others; keep simple records.

Other Requirements

Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.

What's Next?

Open to All Applicants. This recruitment is open to all applicants.

For questions regarding this recruitment

Please contact Carolina Pichardo at 951-955-3138 or at [e-mail]. For general inquiries, please allow up to 2 business days to receive a response.