Sterile Processing Tech I (Full-Time, 8-Hour Day Shifts, SEIU Union)

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Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)

At our Sterile Processing Department, we are committed to delivering top-notch patient care by providing a crucial behind-the-scenes role in the hospital setting. If you’re looking for hands-on experience, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for making a real difference in patient care, this is the place for you.

What We’re Looking For: We are looking for candidates with experience in sterile processing, familiarity with hospital environments, or a strong willingness to learn and dedicate themselves to mastering a new skill. Our team is passionate about mentoring students and building a strong sense of camaraderie—teamwork is at the heart of what we do. If you're ready to grow alongside a supportive team and make a meaningful impact in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you!

What We Offer:
•A Dynamic, Fast-Paced Work Environment: Work alongside passionate professionals in an environment designed for growth, learning, and making a tangible impact on patient safety and care.
•Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy excellent healthcare coverage, including top-tier retirement plans, continued education funds annually, and health benefits. We offer benefits that go beyond expectations, including commuter assistance to help get you to work without the stress of transportation.
•Professional Development & Career Growth: Sterile Processing technicians have multiple opportunities for advancement, whether that’s moving up within the department from Tech I to Tech II, Lead, Assistant Manager, and even Manager roles. Additionally, Sterile Processing offers potential for transfer into other areas of the hospital—ideal for those exploring a broader healthcare career.
•Learning & Growth: Our department is the perfect place for those who want to learn about the hospital system as a whole. Whether it’s mastering sterile processing skills or finding your long-term career path in healthcare, we support your personal and professional development at every step.

Why Join Us?
•Build lasting relationships and gain hands-on experience in an environment where your contribution directly impacts patient care.
•Participate in a culture of learning, with opportunities to continuously grow your skills.
•Benefit from a robust career ladder that supports advancement in leadership roles or other specialized departments.

If you’re ready to join a supportive, learning-driven team in a rewarding and impactful career, we want you in our Sterile Processing department!

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview
The Sterile Processing (SP) Technician I is responsible for supporting the operations of the Sterile Processing Department of the Hospital. The Sterile Processing Technician I will participate in the all activities/duties of the Department by following policy and procedure for the decontamination, assembly, sterilization and storage of all patient care instrumentation, equipment and supplies. Performs tasks in decontamination, assembly of instruments, sterilization, and may work in sterile cores of the Operating rooms. Participates in the departmental patient safety and performance improvement initiatives.

Locations
Stanford Health Care

What you will do

• Assists with training of new staff.
• Assures the prudent use of resources and efficiently maintains inventory.
• Follows Hospital Safety and Infection Prevention policy and guidelines for self, patients, visitors and employees.
• Maintains professional behavior and appearance.
• Maintains professional self-development by participating in educational opportunities available both internally and externally.
• Manages information utilizing appropriate manual or electronic systems for shift work activity. Reports any discrepancies or unusual activity to the Acting Lead Technician, Lead Technician, or Supervisor.
• Participates in and complies with departmental and institutional regulatory requirements, policy and procedure pertaining to: quality control, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance. Actively participates in quality improvement issues with appropriate monitoring and documentation.
• Participates in Hospital Departmental Committees and Task Forces as requested.
• Performs duties by following the policy and procedures of the hospital and the Sterile Processing Department. Works collaboratively with peers to achieve department’s goals and organization’s vision.
• Performs technical tasks while conforming to standard procedures