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Sterile Processing Tech (SPD) - Full Time, Evening/Mid (Culver City) 10456 - Culver City, CA

Southern California Hospitals$26.96–$36.23/hrCulver City, CAFull timePosted 1mo agoStill open, checked every night
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This posting states $26.96–$36.23 an hour. Open sterile processing technician jobs in California post a median of $30.54 an hour, the middle half $28.99–$35.34, across 106 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Sterile processing technicians employed in California earn a median of $29.50 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Position Summary

The Sterile Processing Tech is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, processing, and sterilization of supplies, instrumentation, and equipment dispensed by the department throughout the hospital. Prepares equipment and ensures the proper handling and storage of supplies, equipment and instrumentation. Participates on special projects and departmental performance improvement projects as requested. Performs related clerical functions.

Required Qualification

  • One year of experience in a Sterile Processing/Central Sterile Department
  • Graduate of an accredited program for Sterile Processing OR Graduate of an accredited program for Surgical Technology with a SPD Certification within one year of employment
  • Ability to maintain flexibility and composure in a constantly changing environment
  • Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
  • Strong time management skills and ability to effectively prioritize tasks
  • Computer literacy and proficiency
  • Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)

Preferred Qualification

  • SPD Certification

Physical Requirement

These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and applicable, state and local law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

  • Standing - Constantly
  • Walking - Constantly
  • Sitting - Occasionally
  • Reaching with Hands and Arms - Frequently
  • Climb or Balance - Occasionally
  • Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling - Occasionally
  • Talking - Frequently
  • Hearing - Constantly
  • Seeing - Constantly
  • Performing repetitive motions with arms or hands - Constantly
  • Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 10 lbs - Constantly
  • Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs - Constantly
  • Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs - Frequently
  • Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs - Frequently
  • Driving - None

Essential Job Functions / Major Areas of Responsibility

The essential functions below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.

  • Accurately prepares documents, forms, and reports, and completes ad hoc projects/duties in a timely manner, as assigned. Establishes and maintains effective filing systems, provides excellent departmental telephone coverage, and completes additional clerical duties as assigned. Ensures the work area is clean, clutter free, and organized.
  • Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities. Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision making. Demonstrates excellent customer service at all times. Ensure patients privacy and dignity at all times.

Pay Rate: Min - $26.96 l Max - $36.23

Job Listing ID: 1819463

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From Southern California Hospitals's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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