Technician I - Sterile Processing - Full Time 10 Hour Days, Thursday - Sunday (Non-Exempt) (Union)

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Radius Select Radius 5 miles 15 miles 25 miles 35 miles 50 miles Technician I - Sterile Processing - Full Time 10 Hour Days, Thursday - Sunday (Non-Exempt) (Union) Los Angeles, CA Apply Current employees apply here Job ID REQ20180426 Category Keck Medicine of USC Helpful Information for Applicants External Applicants Internal Applicants (Current USC Employees) Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation and implants throughout the organization. Operate Steam (autoclave) and H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Store, date, rotate and distribute reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation. All in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines. Upon completing one year of experience, incumbent will be elevated to Sterile Processing Tech II Departmental Specific Summary Essential Duties Assemble and package surgical/clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU. Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanliness.Disassemble instruments/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 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 the Sterile Storage and OR. Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance. Proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation.Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments. Assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above.Prepares loads, operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.Obtain knowledge of documentation and logging of information and use of the Censitrac tracking systemPrepares OR case carts and places any missing items on the OR shortage list. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization.Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPD policies/procedures/SOPs in performance of duties.Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program (no more than 6 months post-graduation).Req Recent graduate (no more than six months post-graduation) from an Accredited Sterile Processing ProgramReq Working knowledge of instrument processing techniquesReq Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard and mouse operation.Req Ability to operate sterile processing equipment.Req Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.Req Knowledge of medical terminologyReq Sterile Processing Certification Accredited Sterile Processing certificationReq 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) Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials. The hourly rate range for this position is $25.69 - $43.67. 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I understand I can opt-out from receiving email and SMS communications at any time. Technician I - Sterile Processing - Full Time 10 Hour Days, Thursday - Sunday (Non-Exempt) (Union) Los Angeles, CA Apply Current employees apply here Job ID REQ20180426 Category Keck Medicine of USC Helpful Information for Applicants External Applicants Internal Applicants (Current USC Employees) Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation and implants throughout the organization. Operate Steam (autoclave) and H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Store, date, rotate and distribute reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation. All in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines. Upon completing one year of experience, incumbent will be elevated to Sterile Processing Tech II Essential Duties Assemble and package surgical/clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU. Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanliness.Disassemble instruments/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 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 the Sterile Storage and OR. Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance. Proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation.Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments. Assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above.Prepares loads, operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.Obtain knowledge of documentation and logging of information and use of the Censitrac tracking systemPrepares OR case carts and places any missing items on the OR shortage list. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization.Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPD policies/procedures/SOPs in performance of duties.Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program (no more than 6 months post-graduation).Req Recent graduate (no more than six months post-graduation) from an Accredited Sterile Processing ProgramReq Working knowledge of instrument processing techniquesReq Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard and mouse operation.Req Ability to operate sterile processing equipment.Req Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.Req Knowledge of medical terminologyReq Sterile Processing Certification Accredited Sterile Processing certificationReq 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) Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials. The hourly rate range for this position is $25.69 - $43.67. 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/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations Job ID REQ20180426 Posted Date 09/15/2026 Apply Current employees apply here Under general supervision of the Sterile Processing Supervisor or Sterile Processing Educator, the Sterile Processing Technician (SPT) serve with basic knowledge of Sterile Processing techniques/skills and is responsible for decontaminating, operationally checking, assembling, sterilizing, and distributing reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation and implants throughout the organization. Operate Steam (autoclave) and H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) sterilizers, sonic equipment, automated washers and heat sealers. Store, date, rotate and distribute reusable surgical/clinical instrumentation. All in accordance with department and manufacturer IFU guidelines. Upon completing one year of experience, incumbent will be elevated to Sterile Processing Tech II Essential Duties Assemble and package surgical/clinic procedure instrument sets following protocols established by electronic count sheets and manufacturer IFU. Operationally check instrumentation for functionality and cleanliness.Disassemble instruments/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 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 the Sterile Storage and OR. Maintain sterile inventory through par level maintenance, stock rotation, and quality assurance. Proper distribution of sterile clinic instrumentation.Maintain timely and efficient process flows through communication with outside departments and sterile processing technicians in other assignments. Assist other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above.Prepares loads, operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.Obtain knowledge of documentation and logging of information and use of the Censitrac tracking systemPrepares OR case carts and places any missing items on the OR shortage list. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization.Must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPD policies/procedures/SOPs in performance of duties.Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Completion of a Sterile Processing Program or an accredited Surgical Technician program (no more than 6 months post-graduation).Req Recent graduate (no more than six months post-graduation) from an Accredited Sterile Processing ProgramReq Working knowledge of instrument processing techniquesReq Basic knowledge of computer systems including Windows OS, keyboard and mouse operation.Req Ability to operate sterile processing equipment.Req Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.Req Knowledge of medical terminologyReq Sterile Processing Certification Accredited Sterile Processing certificationReq 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) Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials. The hourly rate range for this position is $25.69 - $43.67. 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/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations Job ID REQ20180426 Posted Date 09/15/2026 Apply Current employees apply here