Sterile Processing Technician
Job Overview:
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented SPD technician to join our team. As a Sterile Processing Technician plays an important role in indirectly providing patient care. Sterile processing technicians carefully sterilize each medical instrument and piece of equipment to ensure the safety of patients and medical staff.
Responsibilities:
- Preparing and delivering clean and sterilized instruments and equipment necessary for medical examinations, surgeries, medical carts and clinical procedures
- Sterilizing, wrapping, organizing and preparing medical equipment and surgical instruments into instrument trays for use during clinical procedures
- Laying out surgical gloves and gowns before each medical procedure
- Collecting and manually cleaning used and contaminated medical equipment, supplies and instruments for sorting and decontamination
- Preparing and packing decontaminated medical tools and supplies for sterilization
- Operating and monitoring sterilization equipment
- Examining supplies meticulously to ensure their cleanliness
- Checking and reporting any problems or issues with the sterilization equipment to surgeons or supervisors and requesting replacements
- Maintaining records of sterilization procedures, equipment maintenance, sterilized items and supplies
- Reordering medical and surgical supplies, controlling the inventory and checking expiration dates of products
- Removing medical waste and disposing of them appropriately
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; certification in a related field is a plus
-Minimum of 2-3 years experience
- Proven experience in utilizing aseptic technique and sterile processing methods
- Familiarity with medical terminology and basic anatomy/physiology concepts
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage inventory efficiently
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in performing technical tasks
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Knowledge of advanced sterile processing techniques
- Experience in handling specialized medical equipment
- Certification in sterile processing or related field
Join our team as a Technician and contribute to providing high-quality care through your technical expertise. If you are passionate about healthcare support roles and possess the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.78 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Ambulatory surgery center
Medical specialties:
- Ob/Gyn
- Otolaryngology
- Podiatry
- Surgery
- Urology
Schedule:
Ability to Commute:
- Fullerton, CA 92835 (Required)
Work Location: In person