Sterile Processing Technician

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to the position.
Responsibilities are focused on the technical aspects of reprocessing equipment i.e., ventilators and other patient care equipment. The Central Sterile Technician I performs a variety of duties related to Sterile processing operations.

Apply By Date : July 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload a license and/or certification if required for the position .

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience/training
• One (1) year experience handling hospital equipment; or a Base Certification of either CRCST from Healthcare Sterile Processing (HSPA) or CSPDT from The Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) and relevant experience
• Six (6) months experience working in a patient care environment
• Experience working with cleaning and disinfection products
• High attention to detail, quality, and thoroughness to complete work in timely and accurate manner.
• Independent critical thinking skills and initiative to recognize, identify and solve problems understanding potential impact to others, patients, and internal and external customers
• Experience using Sterile Processing programs and computers including instrument tracking program, email, spreadsheets, and word processing software
• Ability to apply policy and procedure when making decisions
• Ability to identify, analyze and report problems accurately and timely
• Ability to exercise sound judgment to recognize situations that need to be escalated and notify supervisor or other management of unusual or unexpected situations
• Ability to assist in planning and organizing workflow well; meet established turn-around-times, and deadlines
• Ability to prioritize work to meet established turnaround times and administrative deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative solutions to problems and tackle issues in a self-motivated manner in line with the direction of the project team and the organization
• Ability to maintain a satisfactory level of performance at all times
• Self motivation and ability to work independently to complete work or projects as instructed in a timely, qualitative and productive manner
• Awareness and sensitivity to the diversity, equity and inclusion of others as part of a positive work culture
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and acceptance of individual differences to achieve a common goal
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally to the appropriate target audience
• Ability to work with internal and external customers, co workers and members of the hospital community in a professional, respectful and service oriented manner

Preferred Qualifications

• A Base Certification from either CRCST from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or CSPDT from The Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)

Key Responsibilities

• 30% - Clinic Decontamination Responsibilities
• 30% - Clinic Assembly Responsibilities
• 15% - Unit Rounds and Durable Goods
• 15% - Crash Carts - Emergency Management
• 10% - Instrument tracking system and Other Duties

Department Overview

Sterile Processing is a department within Perioperative Services that supports operating rooms by cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing surgical instrumentation, flexible scope and case cart assembly. The Sterile Processing unit also supports Patient Care Services, Ambulatory Services and the Primary Care Network: within the health system by cleaning, disinfecting reusable equipment and the cleaning, disinfecting and sterilization of surgical instrumentation used by these services. Sterile Processing cleans and restocks all emergency crash carts; PAPR supply cart, airway boxes and ICU transport bags. Sterile Processing manages fiscal. material, and human resources to support the planning and coordination of surgical care and other patient care in the hospital and clinics.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $ 30.78 - $ 38.25
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 284
• UC Job Title: STERILE PROCESSING TCHN 1
• UC Job Code: 009265
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100 % Full-time
• Shift (Work Schedule): M onday -F riday ( 22 : 30-07 : 00 )
• Location: Main Hospital , Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
• Works overtime and floats to other areas within Perioperative Services.
• Meets on-call commitments evenings, weekends and holidays.
• May be assigned to work at any Periop Sterile Processing area to meet operational needs.
• Be available and may work nights, weekends and holidays to meet operational and staffing needs.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position .

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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