Lead Sterile Processing Technician
About The Position
This role ensures compliance with all sterilization standards and regulatory requirements while providing leadership and guidance to the sterile processing team. Guides and directs sterile processing staff regarding proper sterilization techniques and equipment use. Provides on-the-job training and mentorship to team members. Rotates into the OR to observe the opening of surgical trays and supplies, ensuring compliance with aseptic technique and hospital policy. Communicates any discrepancies or concerns to OR leadership and SPD management promptly. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of sterile processing procedures, products, and equipment used in surgical settings (e.g., AAMI Guidelines). Ensures familiarity with regulatory requirements (CMS, Joint Commission, OSHA) related to sterile processing, employee safety, and infection control. Assesses the environment regularly and recommends improvements for safety and compliance. Identifies departmental operational needs, monitors equipment maintenance, and manages appropriate levels of sterilization-related supplies. Maintains productivity and quality assurance reports for the department. Ensures all Instructions for Use (IFUs) are current and accessible.
Requirements
- 2 years of sterile processing tech experience required, 3-5 years preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Central Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) required
Nice To Haves
- Previous Coordinator/Lead experience (preferably in a healthcare setting) preferred
- Demonstrated understanding of sterilization principles
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate with a variety of healthcare professionals
- Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) preferred
- Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) preferred
- Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) preferred
Responsibilities
- Ensures compliance with all sterilization standards and regulatory requirements
- Provides leadership and guidance to the sterile processing team
- Guides and directs sterile processing staff regarding proper sterilization techniques and equipment use
- Provides on-the-job training and mentorship to team members
- Rotates into the OR to observe the opening of surgical trays and supplies, ensuring compliance with aseptic technique and hospital policy
- Communicates any discrepancies or concerns to OR leadership and SPD management promptly
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of sterile processing procedures, products, and equipment used in surgical settings (e.g., AAMI Guidelines)
- Ensures familiarity with regulatory requirements (CMS, Joint Commission, OSHA) related to sterile processing, employee safety, and infection control
- Assesses the environment regularly and recommends improvements for safety and compliance
- Identifies departmental operational needs
- Monitors equipment maintenance
- Manages appropriate levels of sterilization-related supplies
- Maintains productivity and quality assurance reports for the department
- Ensures all Instructions for Use (IFUs) are current and accessible
Benefits
- competitive rates and compensation programs
- comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, on-site Early Education Center (employee discount), attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
