Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Pacifica, 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 - On Call - Evening

  • Oakland, CA (18 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA (18 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

Sterile Processing Technician - Travel - (Strl Proc Tech)

  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Sterile Processing Technician

  • Stanford, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Sterile Processing Technician 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Stanford, CA 94305 The Sterile Processing Technician is responsible for decontamination, assembly of linen packs, operation of steam, ETO and other...

Sterile Processing Technician II Certified - On Call

  • South San Francisco, CA (4 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (4 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Sterile Processing Technician University of California San Francisco

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Assists other Sterile Processing Technicians in the duties listed above....

Sterile Processing Technician

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 12 days ago

A minimum of TWO (2) years of previous Sterile Processing technician experience Knowledge of all areas in SPD including: Decontamination Inspection, Assembly & Packaging (all service lines) Sterilization...

Sterile Processing Technician II

  • Berkeley, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Basic principles and methods of decontamination. Ability to competently perform and evaluate standard performance monitoring tests used for validation of sterilizers and sterilization cycles....

Manager, Sterile Processing

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 19 days ago

OR CSPDT-Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 8 years of recent relevant experience....

Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 27 days ago

.* Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services in San Francisco, CA LeaderStat is currently seeking a Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Surgical Services for a(n) 13 week contract in CA....

Sterile Processing Tech II - (Full-Time, 8-Hour Evening Shifts, SEIU Union)

  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Sterile Processing Technician II will participate in the all activities/duties of the Department by following policy and procedure for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization and storage of...

Sterile Processing Tech II - (Full-Time, 8-Hour Night Shifts, SEIU Union)

  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Sterile Processing Technician II will participate in the all activities/duties of the Department by following policy and procedure for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization and storage of...

Sterile Processing Tech ll

  • Burlingame, CA (6 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (6 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description : EDUCATION: Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma HS Diploma or GED Other: Graduate of an accredited sterile processing program....

Sterile Processing Technician Certified, Per Diem, Varied shift, 8hours

  • Oakland, CA (18 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA (18 miles from Pacifica, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Must hold current CS/SPD Certification with either the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or The International Association...

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Salary for Sterile Supply Technician Jobs in Pacifica, CA

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Highest Education Level

Sterile Supply Technicians in Pacifica, CA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
27.9%
Associate's Degree
22.2%
Bachelor's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
20.1%
Master's Degree
4.1%
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 Pacifica, 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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