Sterile Processing Tech III

St. Elizabeth Healthcare•Florence, KY

About The Position

Leads daily sterile processing operations, including cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, and instrument and equipment tray assembly in accordance with established standards of practice. Provides input on task methods and goal achievement, manages multidisciplinary department functions, and trains staff across areas of responsibility. Monitors associate performance, leads special projects, supports cost-effective operations, prepares departmental reports, monitors sterile processing processes, and oversees recordkeeping. The role demonstrates respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in interactions with patients, families, visitors, and employees. It supports department operations, quality and customer service, financial accountability, and professional leadership. The position is regular, with 40 scheduled hours.

Requirements

High school graduate.
CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) certification; for work in the Endoscopy Department, CBSPD or CER certification.
Knowledge of perioperative instrumentation, sterilization, and AAMI standards.
Knowledge of Joint Commission and AORN standards.
Computer entry skills.
Two years of experience as a Sterile Processing Tech.
For work in the Endoscopy Department, experience in an Endoscopy Tech role.

Responsibilities

Provide input to management on performance appraisals and counseling or disciplinary actions as needed.
Assist management in implementing and evaluating departmental goals aligned with the organization's mission, vision, and values.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure appropriate instrumentation, equipment, and supplies are available for procedures.
Ensure efficient case cart and sterile core cart processes.
Schedule, supervise, and oversee technician training in each area.
Load, operate, and test sterilizers to prevent contamination; incubate spores and interpret results, graphs, and printouts to ensure sterilizers function properly.
Load, operate, and test Medivator and Olympus Endoscope Reprocessors and perform filter maintenance.
Perform sterile processing functions as needed.
Develop and maintain collaborative interdepartmental and intradepartmental relationships.
Communicate effectively with staff, physicians, and other health care team members.
Monitor sterilization processes and documentation for adherence to appropriate infection control practices.
Follow up, communicate, and resolve concerns raised by staff, physicians, and other health care team members.
Assist in meeting department financial goals by adjusting staffing as needed.
Use supplies and equipment cost-effectively.
Direct sterile processing activities, provide technical guidance on complex issues, organize team responsibilities, and support ongoing personal growth and development.
Perform other duties as assigned.