American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), Autoclave, Clinical Medicine, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Disassemblers, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Healthcare, Hospital, Infection Control, Inventory Levels, Maintain Compliance, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Sterilization, Team Player
Job Title: Quality Control Technician - Sterile Processing
Location: Modesto, CA
Type: Contract | 14 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: 40 Hours/Week | Monday–Friday | 8-Hour Shifts | Shift Timing TBD
Position Overview:
Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking Quality Control Technician - Sterile Processing for an exciting Travel or Local job in Modesto, CA.
Responsibilities
- Perform decontamination, cleaning, disassembly, and reassembly of surgical instruments using proper PPE and safety protocols
- Inspect instruments for cleanliness, functionality, and damage prior to sterilization
- Assemble and package surgical trays and instrument sets according to established guidelines
- Operate and maintain sterilization equipment including washers, disinfectors, and autoclaves
- Follow ANSI/AAMI standards, manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs), and facility SOPs
- Maintain accurate documentation of sterilization cycles, inventory tracking, and instrument records
- Identify and report missing, damaged, or malfunctioning instruments
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of decontamination and processing work areas
- Monitor and manage instrument and supply inventory levels
- Ensure compliance with infection control and quality assurance standards
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient workflow and instrument availability
- Participate in ongoing training and competency development programs
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflow efficiency and quality outcomes
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 2 years of sterile processing experience required
- Strong knowledge of instrument decontamination, assembly, and sterilization processes
- Familiarity with ANSI/AAMI standards and manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs)
- Experience operating sterilization and washer/disinfector equipment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
- Basic computer and data entry skills
- Ability to follow detailed SOPs and work instructions accurately
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- CRCST or CIS Certification preferred
- Previous quality control or inspection experience preferred
- Experience in hospital or surgical center environments preferred
- Strong communication and teamwork skills preferred
For more details contact at
hdavda@navitashealth.com
or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.