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Salary : $69,992.00 - $84,373.12 AnnuallyLocation : Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CAJob Type: Full-Time/Part-TimeJob Number: 25-S06-BDepartment: Santa Clara Valley Health Care - Valley Medical CenterOpening Date: 07/15/2025Closing Date: 7/29/2025 11:59 PM PacificBargaining Unit: 01 DescriptionUnder limited supervision, receives, disassembles, inspects, cleans, tests, disinfects, assembles, prepares, sorts, sterilizes, and stores procedure trays, instruments, equipment, and supplies according to prescribed procedures and aseptic techniques and issues disposable and non-disposable supplies, instruments, and equipment.The eligible list may be used for future vacancies as they occur within the health system throughout the county.If you are interested in Temporary (Extra Help) positions, please indicate that on the appropriate question.Submission of a Certificate as a Sterile Processing Technician, issued under the auspices of the California Central Service Association or The National Institute for the Certification of Health Care Sterile Processing Distribution Personnel, or International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) is required.Learn more about Santa Clara Valley Medical Center: Hospital and Clinics at and follow us on: Twitter I Facebook I LinkedIn | Typical TasksThe following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.Receives, inspects, sorts, disassembles, cleans, and disinfects individual instruments, instrument sets, and durable patient care equipment;Assembles and tests instruments and durable patient care equipment, including rigid and flexible endoscopes, micro-surgical instrument sets, and powered instruments;Inspects and tests operating telescopes, lenses, and cameras to ensure that they perform appropriately;Inspects, lubricates, and tests powered equipment to ensure that it performs appropriately;Inspects and tests micro-surgical instruments to ensure that they perform appropriately;Packages instruments, instrument sets, and durable patient care equipment for sterilization and/or storage in accordance with approved count sheets, including rigid and flexible endoscopes, micro-surgical instrument sets, and powered instruments;Inspects instruments for defects and tags them for repair, as needed;Sterilizes instruments, instrument sets, and durable patient care equipment in accordance with approved infection control policies and procedures;Issues instruments, instrument sets, and durable patient care equipment in accordance with approved departmental policies and procedures;Conducts biological and chemical tests of steam, ethylene oxide, peracetic acid, and low temperature sterilizers in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the recommendations of reviewing agencies;Affixes load control labels to all items subjected to sterilization processes;Provides complete records of all items subjected to sterilization processes;Monitors and documents all mechanical phases of sterilization processes;Picks supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical case carts in accordance with approved preference lists and issues case carts to the Surgical Services Department;Evaluates sterilized instruments and instrument sets to ensure that criteria for event related sterility is maintained and returns items to the Central Sterile Processing Department for reprocessing, as necessary;Monitors, orders, and accounts for disposable and reusable inventory items;Conducts rounds throughout the medical center to monitor and retrieve instruments, instrument sets, and durable patient care equipment;Communicates with user departments regarding special instrument, equipment, or supply requirements;Acts as the first point of contact for user departments regarding problems with instruments, equipment, or supplies;Prepares and issues emergency case carts, supplies, equipment, and instruments on demand;Issues medical and surgical supplies to out-patients in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures;Assists with maintaining a clean work environment by cleaning counters and sinks with approved cleaning and disinfecting agents and reprocessing equipment according to predetermined schedules;Conducts cycle counts of inventory asset locations;Attends scheduled departmental meetings and in-service training classes;Provides education and training to Sterile Processing Technician I incumbents for both in-service and certification preparation purposes;Monitors workflow processes to establish responsibility and accountability for expensive surgical instrumentation, including rigid and flexible endoscopes, micro-surgical instrument sets, and powered equipment;May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required*;Performs other related duties, as required. Employment StandardsSufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks, plus the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities: Training and Experience Note: The required knowledge and abilities are attained through possession of a high school diploma or the equivalent andOne (1) year of experience sterilizing, cleaning, and distributing surgical instruments and equipment in a healthcare environment.Special RequirementsPossess and maintain a Sterile Processing Technician Certification, issued under the auspices of the California Central Service Association or The National Institute for the Certification of Health Care Sterile Processing Distribution Personnel, Certification of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel (CBSPD), International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM), or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) for the duration of employment in this classification.*As a condition of employment, pursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100-3109 and Local Ordinance, all County of Santa Clara employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs), including extra help. A DSW is required to complete all assigned DSW-related training, and in the event of an emergency, return to work as ordered.Knowledge of:Principles of infection control and aseptic technique;Fundamentals of microbiology;Medical terminology;Methods, procedures, and purposes of sterile processing and distribution;English usage, style, grammar, punctuation, and spelling;Common computer systems and applications;Staff development and training;All categories of surgical supplies, equipment, and surgical instrumentation, including rigid and flexible endoscopes, micro-surgical instrument sets, and powered instruments; Proper assembly and testing of instruments and durable patient care equipment, as well as packaging instruments, instrument sets, and durable patient care equipment for sterilization and/or storage in accordance with approved count sheets;Reviewing agency criteria (JCAHO and California Title XXII).Ability to:Follow oral and written instructions and procedures;Monitor, train, guide, assess the progress of, and evaluate the work of employees;Use independent judgment;Keep records and prepare reports;Work effectively under stress in emergency situations;Read and understand material safety data sheets and other safety communications; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public, and representatives of other agencies. Physical RequirementsStand and walk for extensive periods of time;Continuously bend, squat, and stoop to process required instruments, supplies, and equipment;Lift instrument sets that weigh up to 25 pounds;Demonstrate sufficient manual dexterity to process micro-surgical instruments;Push and pull carts that weigh up to 100 pounds;Have continuous, controlled exposure to gross contaminants (blood and body fluids);Handle continuous, controlled exposure to hazardous commodities (cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing agents).The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.Retirement BenefitsThe County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.Health Flexible Spending AccountThe empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.Life and AD&DThe County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.Employee Assistance Program (EAP)The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.Employee WellnessThe offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being cation ReimbursementA generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.01 Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer: a) Employer name(s) b) Job title(s) c) Start/end dates of employment d) Total hours worked per week e) Description of task(s) performedDo you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question? Yes No 02 How did you find out about this job? Contacted by County Recruiter Contacted by a Recruitment Firm County Employee Referral County of Santa Clara Career Website County of Santa Clara Job Interests Email Notification Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Indeed Virtual Job Fair In Person Job Fair In-Person Networking Professional Event Virtual Networking Event Community Event Glassdoor Professional Association Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.) Hospital Website: SCVMC, O'Connor Hospital, St. Louise Regional Hospital Website Handshake Student Career Center County Text Message Other (Specify in the next question) 03 If you selected an event/fair or other in the question above, please specify. If not, type N/A. 04 Do you possess a certification as a Sterile Processing Technician, issued under the auspices of the California Central Service Association or The National Institute for the Certification of Health Care Sterile Processing Distribution Personnel Certification of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel (CBSPD), International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM), or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)? If yes, please attach your certification. Yes No 05 Do you possess a Certified Endoscope Reprocessing (CER) certification, Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) or Certified Healthcare Leadership (CHL) from The Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (formerly the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM))? If yes, please attach your certificate. Yes No 06 If Yes, please indicate which certificate(s) you possess. Certified Endoscope Reprocessing (CER) Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) Certified Healthcare Leadership (CHL) from The Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) None of the above 07 How many years of experience do you possess sterilizing, cleaning, and distributing surgical instruments and equipment in a healthcare environment? No experience Less than one year One to less than two Two to less than three Three or more years 08 Describe your experience sterilizing, cleaning, and distributing surgical instruments and equipment in a healthcare environment.Responses must include the following required information: - Your job title(s) - Start/end date(s) - Hours worked per week - Detailed description of tasks performed. If none, type N/A. 09 Do you have experience disassembling, inspecting, cleaning, testing, disinfecting, assembling, preparing, sorting, sterilizing, and storing procedure trays, instruments, equipment, and supplies? Yes No 10 Describe your experience disassembling, inspecting, cleaning, testing, disinfecting, assembling, preparing, sorting, sterilizing, and storing procedure trays, instruments, equipment, and supplies. Responses must include the following required information: - Your job title(s) - Start/end date(s) - Hours worked per week - Detailed description of tasks performed. If none, type N/A. 11 Describe your experience training or leading other sterile processing technicians. Responses must include the following required information: - Your job title(s) - Start/end date(s) - Hours worked per week - Detailed description of tasks performed. If none, type N/A. 12 Do you have Sterile Processing Technician experience at a Joint Commission accredited acute care hospital? Yes No 13 If you answered yes to the above, provide the name of the hospital, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked as a Sterile Processing Technician employed at a Joint Commission accredited acute care hospital. If none, type N/A. 14 Do you possess at least 6 of months experience processing rigid and flexible endoscopes? Yes No 15 If you answered yes to the above, please describe your experience with rigid and flexible endoscopes. If none, type N/A. 16 Please complete this survey carefully. Your responses will determine whether or not you will be referred for a specific position (i.e., geographical location). Please place a mark next to the location(s) in which you would be willing to work. Hospital System - Valley Medical Center Hospital System - O'Connor Hospital System - Saint Louise Regional Hospital System - De Paul Medical Center Hospital System - Regional Medical Center 17 Indicate all types of positions you are willing to work (Check all that apply). 1.0 FTE, 80 hours in two (2) weeks .9 FTE, 72 hours in two (2) weeks .8 FTE, 64 hours in two (2) weeks .6 FTE, 48 hours in two (2) weeks .5 FTE, 40 hours in two (2) weeks 18 Indicate all shifts you are willing to work (Check all that apply). Day Evening Night 19 Submission of a current Sterile Processing Technician Certification, issued under the auspices of the California Central Service Association or The National Institute for the Certification of Health Care Sterile Processing Distribution Personnel, Certification of Healthcare Sterile Processing and Distribution Personnel (CBSPD), International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM), or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) is required.I acknowledge I have attached the required certificate. Yes No Required Question