LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN FULL TIME EVENINGS

UHS•Palm Beach Gardens, FL

About The Position

The Lead Sterile Processing Technician assists with the daily operations and workflow coordination of the Sterile Processing Department in an acute care hospital. Serving as a working leader and subject matter expert, this position supports staff with the decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical devices. During assigned shifts, the Lead Technician provides operational oversight, assists with staff training and competency validation, supports quality assurance activities, and ensures compliance with manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU), hospital policies, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of Sterile Processing experience in an acute care hospital setting.
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization principles.
Knowledge of steam and low-temperature sterilization systems.
Ability to interpret manufacturer IFUs and regulatory standards.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
CRCST certification through HSPA or CSPDT certification through CBSPD.

Nice To Haves

CIS, CER, or CHL certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily Sterile Processing Department operations and workflow coordination.
Support staff in decontaminating, inspecting, assembling, sterilizing, storing, and distributing surgical instruments and medical devices.
Provide operational oversight during assigned shifts.
Assist with staff training and competency validation.
Support quality assurance activities.
Ensure compliance with manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU), hospital policies, and regulatory standards.