Sterile Processing Technician

Position Summary

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the efficient processing, sterilization, and distribution of medical instruments and devices throughout the hospital. This role ensures all instrumentation is cleaned, disinfected, assembled, sterilized, and maintained in accordance with manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs), infection prevention standards, and hospital policies to support safe patient care.

Shift: Evening 2:30 PM to 11 PM Monday to Friday

Required Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of a wide variety of surgical instrumentation used in the operating room and throughout the hospital.
• Proficiency in:
• Steam sterilization systems
• EO sterilization systems
• Low-temperature sterilization systems
• Washer/disinfector operations
• Ultrasonic cleaners
• Biological and chemical indicator testing
• Ability to operate sterilization and processing equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently with consistent supervision.
• Attention to detail and commitment to infection prevention and patient safety standards.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of sterile processing or central sterile experience required.

Education & Certification Requirements

Required Certification (One of the Following)

• CRCST – Certified Registered Central Service Technician issued by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM/HSPA)

OR

• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) issued by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)

Benefits:

Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

[Pride Health] is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

[Pride Health] is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.