Sterile Processing Technician II - Sterile Processing – Full Time 8 Hour Evenings (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician II serves with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing reusable surgical and clinical instrumentation and implants throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package surgical and clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU.
• Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanliness.
• Disassemble instruments and equipment, remove gross contamination, manually wash instruments, decontaminate, and load automated washers according to manufacturer's instructions for use (IFU).
• Operate and maintain sterilization and disinfection equipment (steam autoclave, H₂O₂ sterilizers, sonic equipment, automated washers, heat sealers) according to established protocols and professional standards.
• Maintain sterilization documentation related to items processed, quality assurance, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Dispense sterile instrumentation to appropriate locations in Sterile Storage and the OR.
• Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance; ensure proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation.
• Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and other sterile processing technicians.
• Train and assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the listed duties.
• Troubleshoot and address routine equipment, instrument, and customer issues; interface with OR, ancillary departments, and other customers to resolve issues.
• Receive loaner trays via Casechek and communicate with outside companies to resolve instrument issues.
• Prepare loads and operate equipment involved in sterilization processes.
• Adhere to all SPD policies, procedures, and SOPs in performance of duties.
• Prepare OR case carts and place any missing items on the OR shortage list; inspect packages for indications of proper sterilization.
• Obtain knowledge of documentation, logging of information, and use of the Censitrac tracking system.
• May train or provide guidance to Sterile Processing Technician I as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program. If no program completion, must have an additional three years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician.
• 1 year of experience in Sterile Processing.
• Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard, and mouse operation.
• Ability to operate complex machinery including washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
• Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Current Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician through an accredited organization (HSPA, CBSPD) or Valid Certified Surgical Tech (CST) or Surgery-Certified Credential (TS-C) from CAAHEP or ABHES certification (must be maintained by renewal before expiration date).
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – if no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date (required within LA City only).

Pay

The hourly rate range for this position is $27.45 - $46.68. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.