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Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Full-time, Variable shift

Adventist Health·Lodi, California

$28 - $36/hrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 days ago
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Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Full-time, Variable shift · $28 - $36/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +13% vs. median posted rate for support services roles in Lodi, California ($25.00/hr)
  • 20 similar openings in the Lodi area · median $25.00/hr
  • 3 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$20.00/hr · lowesthighest · $65.23/hr
this role: $28.29/hrmedian $25.00/hr

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

About the role

Pay for this role is about 13% above the Lodi, California median for support services roles.

The technician is responsible for decontaminating, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments and equipment for hospital use. They also assist with operating room turnover and maintain a clean, orderly environment within the sterile processing department.

Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1952. We are comprised of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi and the surrounding areas. Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive vineyards and delicious local restaurants and bakeries. The allure of Lodi's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or the Northern California coast.

Job Summary

Processes and sterilizes surgical and hospital instruments and equipment. Assembles surgical instrument sets and trays. Distributes patient care supplies and equipment.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

  • High
  • School
  • Education/GED or equivalent: Required
  • Associate’s/Technical
  • Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

  • Sterile
  • Processing
  • Technician certification: Required

Essential Functions

Decontaminates and processes instruments, including compiling instrument sets, counting instruments and recording counts. Sterilizes instruments, trays, basins, etc. with the appropriate exposure/dry times. Prepares instruments for “immediate use” sterilization when necessary. Maintains a clean and orderly environment in the department by daily wiping of counters, sinks, exterior surface of autoclaves and high disinfection equipment. Cleans the autoclave chambers on a weekly basis. Assists Operating Room Housekeeping with room turn over, terminal cleaning of Operating Room suites, and daily duties, if necessary. Assists with picking supplies/instruments for upcoming cases.

Performs daily diagnostic testing on sterilizing equipment, including test packs, biological indicators and diagnostic cycle for Endoscope Processors. Evaluates instruments for function and safety when reprocessing. Provides reprocessing services for ancillary department instruments, including Emergency Room, Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapy, Radiology.

Identifies and evaluates loaner instruments prior to processing. Records loaner information in a log for tracking. Maintains Biological Incubator and log; evaluates for biological test results.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Comprehensive benefits program

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$28 - $36/hr
Location
Lodi, California
Posted
Sep 14, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Adventist Health

Adventist Health Central Coast (formerly Tenet Health Central Coast) is proud to serve the Central Coast of California. We offer care through two acute care hospitals, two imaging centers and an expansive primary and specialty care network.

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size501-1,000 employees
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Provides technical services and assists in operating room, recovery, outpatient endoscopy, and central sterile as assigned and directed. Works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and reports to the perioperative services manager.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Market context

California support-services roles stay consistently needed

In California, support-services roles in outpatient and clinic settings are typically in steady demand because they help keep patient flow, documentation, and front-desk or clinical support running smoothly. These positions can be competitive when employers want candidates with a high school diploma, a medical assistant certificate, BLS certification, and prior outpatient experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification dates and outpatient experience before applying.

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