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Data Entry & Production Processing Coordinator

Gardena, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Verify part numbers, item setup, and required details before job creation. * Generate and prepare ... Slit Order Processing * Work closely with the production manager to process slit needs daily.

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Data Merchandiser

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Maintain documentation for data management processes and standards. Cross-Functional Support * Serve as a key resource for stores regarding item, pricing, and promotion-related questions.

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As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for item processing in California is $25.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $29.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in Item Processing?

Employees in Item Processing are usually responsible for accurately sorting, validating, and posting transactions such as checks and payment items, as well as ensuring that all documents comply with company and regulatory guidelines. Daily tasks often include scanning and processing items using specialized software, reconciling transaction totals, and investigating any discrepancies or exceptions. The role requires close collaboration with other banking departments like customer service and accounting to resolve issues quickly and maintain smooth workflow. As part of a team, you’ll need to balance efficiency with accuracy, as even minor errors can impact financial reporting and customer satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Item Processing position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Item Processing, you should have strong attention to detail, data entry accuracy, and familiarity with financial documents, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of specialized banking software and document imaging systems is typically important, with some employers preferring experience with automated check processing tools. Reliability, time management, and the ability to work efficiently in a team-based environment are key soft skills for this role. These skills ensure the secure, timely, and accurate handling of financial items, which is critical to maintaining operational integrity within banking and financial institutions.

What is an Item Processing job?

An Item Processing job involves handling financial transactions, such as checks, deposits, and payments, to ensure accurate and efficient processing. Employees in this role use specialized software and equipment to scan, verify, and reconcile transaction data. They may also be responsible for identifying errors, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining compliance with banking regulations. This role is crucial for ensuring that financial institutions process transactions quickly and accurately.

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Sterile Processing Technician II - Equipment Sterilization - Per Diem - Shift

Sterile Processing Technician II - Equipment Sterilization - Per Diem - Shift

Kern Medical

Bakersfield, CA • On-site

$21.75 - $29.23/hr

Part-time

Posted 3 days ago

Kern Medical rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description

Kern Medical has been a community cornerstone since its founding in 1867. Today, we are an acute care teaching center with 222 beds, offering the only advanced trauma care between Fresno and Los Angeles. Kern Medical cares for 15,500 inpatients and 125,000 clinic patients a year.
  • Per Diem employees supplement department staffing needs, with no guarantee of minimum hours.
  • Per Diem minimum scheduling expectation is four (4) shifts per four-week schedule.

Position: Sterile Processing Technician II - Per Diem
Compensation:
The estimated pay for this position is $21.7531 to $29.2344. This reflects only a portion of the total compensation package for this position. Additional compensation may be available for this role through differentials, incentives, and bonuses.
Definition:
Performs decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical/medical instrumentation and equipment.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
The Sterile Processing Technician II is the certified level of the Sterile Processing Technician series. Maintains a high level of surgical conscience in professional behavior demonstrating understanding and application of principles to ensure high quality decontamination, assembly and sterilization of medical/surgical supplies and instrumentation.
Essential Functions:
  • Demonstrates knowledge related to maintenance, cleanliness, and sterilization of instruments and equipment;
  • Demonstrates awareness of appropriate sterilization method required for different instruments in accordance to manufacturer's instructions;
  • Demonstrates knowledge of high-level disinfection and sterilization of endoscopy equipment. (Maintains daily log, testing for efficacy of disinfecting solution with each cycle, performs biological tests and completes log, as per Kern Medical policies;
  • Receives all soiled instrumentation and implements the appropriate decontamination process per manufacturer instructions;
  • Practices Standards Precautions and utilizes required Personal Protective Equipment;
  • Prepares the Decontamination and Assembly Room with supplies and equipment needed;
  • Tests operational efficiency of Instrumentation prior to reprocessing and reports problems to Leadership;
  • Wraps trays and individual items according to established departmental protocols. Labels each item with name and processing date;
  • Monitors all instrumentation for proper sterilization prior to releasing for use;
  • Places Sterilized instruments on appropriate shelving and rotates accordingly;
  • Prioritizes and organizes instrumentation, equipment and supplies;
  • Implements manual cleaning cycle for autoclaves and Steris machines and other sterilizing/disinfecting machines;
  • Performs required quality controls e.g. Bowie Dick, DART, Biological Monitoring, Disinfecting Solution Efficacy Testing, Test Strips as indicated;
  • Maintains instruments/trays/scopes inventory and associated count sheets;
  • Anticipates high priority turn-arounds requests for specialized instrumentation to meet daily volume demands;
  • Reviews schedule daily for case instrumentation needs; remains abreast of changes made in the OR schedule;
  • Maintains a clean and orderly central processing area (e.g. shelves, counters, equipment);
  • Utilizes supplies and resources in a cost effective manner;
  • Appropriately handles the disposal of biohazardous materials.

Other Essential Functions:
  • Must possess thorough knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
  • Orders, restocks, and maintains essential inventory for departmental efficiency
  • Performs departmental environmental maintenance duties ensuring a clean and organized work environment;
  • Communicates with Material Management and Departmental Leadership any requests for equipment maintenance, repair or replacement, and removes defective equipment.
  • Maintains current knowledge of advances and current trends in Sterile Processing
  • Demonstrates attention to detail by ensuring that all documentation is legible, complete, accurate, and factual.

Employment Standards:
High School Diploma/GED required
Completion of an approved Sterile Processing course or equivalent Surgical Services related experience required
Sterile Processing Technician certification required by either:
Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (previously known as the International Association Healthcare Central Services Material Management (IAHCSMM))
Appointees not possessing the American Heart Association Responder or Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire must successfully complete appropriate training and qualify for the RQI Responder certification within 60 days of employment. As a continued condition of employment, employee must maintain RQI Responder certification and competency.
Supplemental:
Dependent upon assignment, applicants may be required to pass an extensive background investigation, and be fingerprinted. Disqualification for felony, misdemeanor, and traffic offenses will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
All Kern County employees are designated "Disaster Service Workers" through state and local laws (CA Government Code Sec. 3100-3109 and Ordinance Code Title 2 - Administration, Ch. 2.66 Emergency Services.) As Disaster Service Workers, all county employees are expected to remain at work, or to report for work as soon as practicable following a significant emergency or disaster.
If position responsibilities require driving a personal vehicle, then possession of a current valid California Driver's License and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
If position responsibilities require driving a vehicle owned, leased or rented by Kern Medical, then possession of a current valid California Driver's license, a signed authorization for Release of Drivers Record Information and adherence to the Kern County Hospital Authority Vehicle Use and Driving Standard Policy (ENG-EC-119) is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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