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Job Description
Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER
Y5083J
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We encourage applications from anyone!
FILLING DATE
The application filing period will begin on May 28, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (PT)
We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.
WHY WORK FOR US
LA Health Services is LA County’s integrated healthcare system and the second-largest public health system in the nation. Our system includes four public hospitals, more than 20 community health centers, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Correctional Health Services, and community-based programs that connect people to care where they are.
We serve as the safety net for more than 10 million residents, providing care regardless of ability to pay, insurance coverage, or immigration status. As one connected system, we deliver extraordinary care-from prevention and primary care to emergency, specialty, trauma, and recovery services across Los Angeles County.
With more than 2.9 million visits annually and a workforce of over 23,000 dedicated staff, LA Health Services is proud to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care to everyone, no matter how they come through our doors.
Explore our one system of hospitals and community health centers: Our Locations - Health Services Los Angeles County
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate as you reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
Click here to see comprehensive information regarding County employee benefits.
DHS is seeking a dedicated Central Services Technician to join our team. Whether you’re working in community clinics or hospitals, this is an opportunity to grow your career while serving diverse communities across LA County.
MISSION:
To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing outstanding care.
The Team Member We Are Looking for will:
Performs the full range of sterilizing, processing, packaging, and distribution duties in a central service unit or in ancillary hospital units.
Essential Job Functions- Assembles utensil sets, single package instruments, sterile containers, and trays for sterilization.
- Operates steam and gas sterilizers, autoclaves, and other sterilization, cleaning, and reprocessing equipment.
- Fills emergency requests and suggests substitute items to medical and nursing staff if the requested item is out of stock.
- Loads and unloads supply carts and delivers sterile-processed supplies to service areas; collects and delivers used supplies back to the processing area.
- Disassembles, decontaminates, cleans, and reassembles medical, surgical, and patient care supplies, including surgical instruments, according to established procedures.
- Orients and trains new staff in the performance of any or all central service procedures, as needed.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
OPTION I:
One (1) year experience as a Central Services Technician I.*
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OPTION II:
One (1) year of experience cleaning, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing medical, surgical, and nursing supplies, instruments, and equipment.
Applicants with only six (6) months of experience may qualify if they have completed a Central Services Technician course** in an accredited vocational school or community college.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :
Additional credit will be given to applicants who have the following desirable qualifications:- Additional experience beyond the requirements cleaning, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing medical, surgical, and nursing supplies, instruments, and equipment.
- Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST).***
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*To qualify under this option, you must hold or have held the payroll title of Central Services Technician I.
**If needed to qualify, please provide a legible copy of your official transcripts for completion of a central services technician course from an accredited vocational school or community college at the time of filing, or emailing the document to the Exam Analyst at bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the application filing date.
***The CRCST will be verified by using the information on the Healthcare Processing Association (HSPA) using the website at https://myhspa.org/index.php
PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate:
This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an evaluation of training and experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire responses, weighted 100%.
Candidates achieving a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination will be added to the eligible register.
Notification Letters and other correspondence will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
We process applications as we receive them. If you pass the assessment, we will place you on a list for 12 months. Hiring managers within DHS will use this list to fill vacancies as they become available.
Applicants who are successful in this examination and are added to the eligible register may not apply for this examination for twelve (12) months following the date of being placed on the eligible register. Applications received before expiration from the eligible register will be rejected.
Applicants who have applied and did not fulfill the Requirements when submitting their application may reapply 30 days from their latest application date.
AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to https://www.governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to improve the security of the online application and prevent incorrect email addresses.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience, including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in the refusal of the application or the rescission of the appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not suffice to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
NOTE: If you are unable to attach documents to your application, you may email the documents to bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov , within 7 calendar days of filing online. Please include your name as it appears on your application, the exam number, and the exam title.
Reo pening due to major CSR revision and banding structure transition (from 5 to 3) effective 5/28/26.
EMAIL VERIFICATION INFORMATION:
We will send notifications to the email address indicated in the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out of receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into https://governmentjobs.com/ and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims for missing notices to be a valid reason for rescheduling an exam part. Register the domains below as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.- bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov
- noreply@governmentjobs.com
- info@governmentjobs.com
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Federal law requires that all employed persons submit their Social Security Identification number, so include yours when applying.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, EQUITY, AND BELONGING (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles affirms that every individual is equal and entitled to the rights provided by the U.S. Constitution. We focus on promoting ARDI efforts to reduce racial disparities. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its aims by strengthening equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout recruitment, selection, and hiring processes.
DEPARTMENT CONTACTS:
•For any inquiries about the position or assistance with the application process, please contact Balik Sarkissian at bsarkissian@dhs.lacounty.gov . . Balik is here to guide you every step of the way.
•Department Contact Phone: (213) 288-7000
•Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
•California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
•For Accommodation requests , please contact our Accommodation Coordinator via (323) 914-6365
•Please reference Exam Number : Y5038J in all communications during the application process.
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