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Sterile Processing Technician - Per Diem… at Providence · Santa…

Entry LevelOn-sitePart-timeSanta Monica, CA$54k–$78k/yr

Job Description

Sterile Processing Technician - Per Diem Variable

Location: Santa Monica, CA, United States

Sterile Processing Technician at Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, CA. This position is Per Diem and will work 8-hour, Variable shifts.

Providence Saint John's Health Center has been recognized as a Magnet® hospital in 2025 —a prestigious designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), which recognizes organizations that provide the highest-quality care. Only 9.96% of U.S. hospitals earn Magnet® recognition, which means that only 1% of U.S. hospitals are four times designated. We are also recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 17 types of care by U.S. News & World Report and honored by Newsweek and Healthgrades for exceptional clinical quality. Be a part of our distinguished team dedicated to excellence in patient care.

Under general supervision, performs standardized and progressively complex sterile processing functions to support safe patient care. Reprocesses reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation for use in the Operating Room and other clinical departments by cleaning, decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing, and distributing items in accordance with facility policies, manufacturers' Instructions for Use (IFU), and applicable standards and guidelines (AAMI, CDC, The Joint Commission, OSHA). Operates sterilization and reprocessing equipment as assigned and accurately completes required documentation within instrument tracking and sterility assurance systems to support traceability, quality control, and regulatory compliance. Performs related duties as assigned within the scope of classification.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Saint Johns Health Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

Within 1 year of hire National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association Or
Within 1 year of hire National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
1 year of Instrumentation/sterilization in an acute hospital.

Preferred qualifications:

Coursework/Training: Training course in Sterile Processing.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.