Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Los Altos, CA

A Sterile Supply Technician, also known as a Central Processing Technician or Sterile Processing Technician, plays a crucial role in the medical technology industry by ensuring that all surgical tools and supplies are sterilized and ready for use. These professionals are responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies. They also examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair. Their goal is to prevent infections and ensure patient safety by properly decontaminating, sterilizing, storing, and distributing surgical instruments and devices.

Important skills for a Sterile Supply Technician include meticulous attention to detail, understanding of sterilization techniques, and the ability to follow strict protocols and regulations. They should also have good manual dexterity, physical stamina, and the ability to work well in a team. Required certifications typically include the Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification or the Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) certification. Before becoming a Sterile Supply Technician, a person may have job roles such as a Medical Equipment Preparer, Operating Room Assistant, or Medical Assistant.

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Sterile Processing Technician II - Certified

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Maintains current Sterile Processing Technician Certification. May assist in departmental inservices and training. Decontamination Skills: Wears personal protective equipment....

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Sterile Processing Technician

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontamination, assembly of linen packs, operation of steam, ETO and other forms of sterilization....

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Sterile Processing Manager

  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Step into the Sterile Processing Manager role, where your judgment and expertise shape outcomes across the entire operating continuum....

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Sterile Processing Tech II - FT - Days - Sterile Processing @ MV

  • El Camino Hospital
  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The professional responsibilities are divided into five major areas: decontamination, preparation and assembly, sterilization processing, storage and distribution....

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Sterile Processing Tech

  • Stanford, CA (4 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (4 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Sterile Processing Techs document, inspect, and decontaminate medical instruments and devices and you must have a comprehensive understanding of sterilization as well as a strong attention to detail...

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Sterile Processing Tech

  • Covelo Group
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Job Title: Sterile Processing Technician Overview Covelo Group is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Technician ( SPT ) for a hospital sterile processing department....

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PRN Surgical Services Sterile Processing Tech (SPT)

  • Aya Healthcare
  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (6 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a PRN Surgical Services Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) job in Mountain View, California paying $341.00/shift....

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Sterile Processing Technician II

  • County of Santa Clara
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

of Health Care Sterile Processing Distribution Personnel, Certification of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel (CBSPD), International Association of Healthcare Central Service...

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Sterile Processing Technician - Travel - (Strl Proc Tech)

  • AMN Healthcare Allied
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Performs tasks in decontamination, assembly of instruments, sterilization, and may work in sterile cores of the Operating rooms....

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Sterile Processing Technician (Palo Alto, CA)

  • International SOS Government Medical Services
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (5 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

A Medical Supply Technician is responsible for managing and maintaining the inventory of medical supplies and equipment in healthcare settings, ensuring that items are properly sterilized, organized...

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Sterile Processing Technician I - Extra Help

  • County of Santa Clara
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

of Health Care Sterile Processing Distribution Personnel, Certification of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel (CBSPD), International Association of Healthcare Central Service...

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Manager Sterile Processing

  • Kaiser Permanente
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (14 miles from Los Altos, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Manages all: collection, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, high-level disinfection, distribution and inventory management....

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Los Altos, CA

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Los Altos, CA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
27.9%
Associate's Degree
22.4%
Bachelor's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
19.6%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sterile Supply Technicians in Los Altos, CA
1-2 years
39.2%
None
24.9%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
4-6 years
14.6%
2-4 years
3.0%


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