Sterile Processing Tech I - Full Time - Night Shift

Sterile Processing Tech I - Full Time - Night Shift

Job ID 20870 Location Los Angeles, California, United States Job Category Clinical Operations Date posted 10/02/2026

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Job Description

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What you will be doing in this role?

Under direct supervision, the Sterile Processing Tech I will be responsible for decontamination and assembly of equipment, instruments and sterilization of supplies. Works closely with user departments for supplies and equipment. Maintains established inventory levels of sterile instrumentation/supplies. Inspects and identifies instruments needing repair by following established repair procedures. Demonstrates dedication to outstanding quality control/assurance.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs Sterile Processing functions and assorted support duties in decontamination and clean assembly areas in a safe and technical manner consistent with department and CSHS policies and procedures.
• Inspects and assembles instrument trays, using content lists and Manufactures Instruction for Use (IFU) document as a guide and readiness for sterilization.
• Sterilizes hospital instruments, utensils, linen and supplies using high temperature, low temperature and high level disinfection according to established procedures and following regulatory requirements. Dispenses requested sterile and clean supplies/equipment. Assigns priority to emergency requests and issues. Discusses challenges and issues with Sterile Processing Technicians II and III or Supervisor.
• Disassembles and cleans instrumentation and equipment. Reassembles instrumentation and tests for proper functioning. Tags any instrumentation needing repair for the Sterile Processing Instrument Coordinator, Repair Technicians or Clinical Engineering. Wears personal protective gear when washing and disinfecting equipment and instruments.
• Delivers missing instruments. Pickups or replaces malfunctioning or damaged instruments as needed from applicable OR units. Calls out issues to a Sterile Processing Tech III, Supervisor or other designee.
• Submits incomplete instrument list if replacement instruments are needed, missing from tray or damaged. Utilizes computerized instrument tracking and manufacture's IFU's. Containerizes or wraps all trays using accurate protocols and procedures.
• Maintains assigned work area in a clean and organized condition to maintain required standards for handling sterilized and clean materials. Maintains a safe work environment.

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Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• New Grad or up to one (1) year in sterile processing or surgical technologist experience - preferred
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Valid Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - preferred

Req ID 20870 Working Title Sterile Processing Tech I - Full Time - Night Shift Department Sterile Processing Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Job Category Clinical Operations Job Specialty Sterile Processing Overtime Status NONEXEMPT Primary Shift Night Shift Duration 8 hour Base Pay $25.00 - $34.69

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