Sterile Processing Technician

Position Details

• Position: Certified Sterile Processing Technician
• Location: Los Angeles, CA
• Shift: Evenings
• Hours: 3:00 PM 11:30 PM

Required Qualifications

• Certified Sterile Processing Technician Certification
• Hospital Fire & Life Safety (HLFS) Certification
• Sterile Processing experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization practices

Job Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, and process reusable surgical instruments and medical equipment.
• Assemble instrument trays and surgical sets according to department standards.
• Perform instrument counts and maintain accurate processing records.
• Operate sterilization equipment and ensure proper exposure and drying times.
• Prepare instruments for immediate-use sterilization when clinically required.
• Perform biological indicator testing and sterilization monitoring procedures.
• Maintain sterilizers, autoclaves, and high-level disinfection equipment.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and safety before distribution.
• Process and track loaner instrumentation.
• Provide reprocessing support for Operating Room, Endoscopy, Emergency Department, Respiratory Therapy, Radiology, and other ancillary departments.
• Maintain biological incubator logs and quality assurance documentation.
• Assist with surgical case preparation and instrument selection.
• Maintain sterile inventory and distribute patient care supplies.
• Participate in room turnover and terminal cleaning activities when needed.
• Follow infection prevention, regulatory, and patient safety standards.