Job Details

Sterile Processing Technician

Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician Pay: $30-$34 Per Hour

Shift: 3rd Shift- 11:00 pm-7:30 am

Location: Long Beach, CA Schedule: 13-week contract to permanent client position

Job Duties:

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and maintenance of surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring every item meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and infection control.

Key Results Areas:

Follow all ANSI/AAMI standards, manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs), SOPs, and company work Instructions

Decontaminate used surgical instruments and equipment using proper PPE and protocols

Disassemble, clean, and reassemble complex surgical instruments as required

Accurately assemble and package instrument trays and sets per guidelines

Operate washers, sterilizers, and other processing equipment safely and effectively

Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage before packaging

Document missing or damaged instruments per SOPs. -Maintain accurate and timely records of sterilization cycles, instrument tracking, and inventory levels

Handle all instruments and customer-owned items with care to prevent damage

Perform daily computer tasks and paperwork related to processing and tracking

Monitor and maintain instrument and supply inventory levels

Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of sterilization equipment

Keep workstations and decontamination areas clean and organized

Adhere to company quality standards and infection control procedures

Communicate effectively with internal team members, operations personnel, and distribution staff

Provide feedback and suggest improvements to workflow and procedures

Participate in ongoing training and development to maintain certifications and competencies

Perform other duties as assigned by management

Skills & Qualifications

Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician (e.g., CRCST, CIS)

High School Diploma or equivalent