Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in San Fernando, 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 Tech

  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 13 hours ago

Benefits We Offer: + Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans + Competitive pay rates + Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! + Travel...

Travel Sterile Processing Technician

  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Travel Sterile Processing Technician Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Marina del Rey, CA Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Sterile Processing Technician...

Central Sterile Tech - Sterile Processing Tech

  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 2 days ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Central Sterile Tech - Sterile Processing Techs to fill Travel and Local Contract opportunities throughout our network of hospitals....

Technician - Sterile Processing Tech

  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a Technician-Sterile Processing Tech for a travel assignment in Marina Del Rey California....

Travel Sterile Processing Tech (SP Technician)

  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Travel Sterile Processing Tech - Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Sterile Processing Tech -....

Travel Sterile Processing Tech

  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Decontaminate, clean, and sterilize surgical instruments, medical tools, and equipment. Perform instrument inspection, assembly, and packaging before sterilization....

Travel Allied - Sterile Processing Tech (SP Technician)

  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (21 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Travel Sterile Processing Tech Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Sterile Processing Tech....

Central Service Technician 1

  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 10 days ago

General Information Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location : Los Angeles, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule a variable schedule including days, nights,...

Travel Sterile Processing Technician/CPT

  • Burbank, CA (9 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (9 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Job ID: P-572436 Responsibilities The Sterile Processing Technician sterilizes and organizes equipment that is required during surgical procedures and other medical proceedings....

Sterile Processing Tech I - Panorama City

  • Panorama City, CA (4 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Panorama City, CA (4 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Operate all equipment in Sterile Processing Department including, but not limited to, steam sterilizers, plasma sterilizers, automated endoscope reprocessors, biological incubators, heat sealers, instrument...

Sterile Processing Tech – 3rd Shift

  • Valencia, CA (13 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Valencia, CA (13 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Processing Certification REQUIRED 1 year experience in sterile processing REQUIRED...

Sterile Processing Tech

  • Simi Valley, CA (20 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Simi Valley, CA (20 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 16 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...

Sterile Processing Tech II - LAMC 3pm PD

  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Use of instrument and equipment tracking system in all areas of Sterile Processing Department including documentation of tests and sterilizer records....

Central Sterile Processing Technician II - CRCST

  • Pasadena, CA (19 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (19 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 17 days ago

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Required: Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) or current Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST...

Sterile Processing Technician II Woodland Hills Med. Ctr.

  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from San Fernando, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Operate all equipment in Sterile Processing Department including, but not limited to, steam sterilizers, plasma sterilizers, automated endoscope reprocessors, biological incubators, heat sealers, instrument...

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in San Fernando, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sterile Supply Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in San Fernando, CA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
28.0%
Associate's Degree
22.2%
Bachelor's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
20.0%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 San Fernando, 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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