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Sterile Processing Technician II

Sutter Health·San Francisco, California

$40 - $41/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 8 days ago
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Sterile Processing Technician II · $40 - $41/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +18% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in San Francisco, California ($33.66/hr, n=174)
  • 209 similar openings in the San Francisco area · median $33.66/hr
  • 6 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$18.00/hr · p10p90 · $142/hr
this role: $39.58/hrmedian $33.66/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 174 posted support services roles in San Francisco, California rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 18% above the San Francisco, California median for support services roles.

Performs standardized instrument processing and decontamination to prevent the spread of infection and disease. Maintains department functionality by disinfecting supplies, performing equipment maintenance, and executing precise sterilization procedures.

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization

  • CPMC-California
  • Pacific
  • Med
  • Center -
  • Mission
  • Bernal
  • Position
  • Overview: Competently performs standardized instrument processing and decontamination to prevent the spread of infection, illness or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment to support the functionality of the department by disinfecting and distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Integrates education and technical competence to execute safe and precise sterilization procedures. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Job Description

EDUCATION: HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) OR Sterile Processing Certification TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 1-year recent relevant experience.

Skills and knowledge

  • General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment. Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline. General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
  • Job
  • Shift:
  • Days
  • Schedule:
  • Full
  • Time
  • Shift
  • Hours: 8
  • Days of the
  • Week:
  • Monday -
  • Friday
  • Weekend
  • Requirements: Rotating Weekends

Benefits

Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $39.58 to $41.07 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED, or a sterile processing certification. Candidates should have at least one year of recent relevant experience and knowledge of surgical tools and medical terminology.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Organizational skills
  • Decontamination
  • Pathology
  • Physiology
  • Time management
  • Human anatomy
  • Medical terminology
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Instrument processing
  • Sterilization procedures
  • Surgical tools

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$40 - $41/hr
Location
San Francisco, California
Posted
Aug 31, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Sutter Health

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit, people-centered healthcare system providing comprehensive care throughout California. Sutter Health is committed to innovative, high-quality patient care and community partnerships, and innovative, high-quality patient care. Today, Sutter...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

California Sterile Processing Demand Is Steady

In California, Sterile Processing Technician II roles are typically tied to ongoing surgical volume and the need for reliable instrument turnaround in hospitals and ambulatory settings. Competition often centers on recent hands-on experience, familiarity with surgical tools and anatomy, and comfort with basic computer systems; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, match your one year of recent relevant experience to the listed duties and note any instrument-processing systems you already know.

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