Sterile Processing Technician Team Lead-Night
About The Position
The Sterile Processing Technician Team Lead supervises sterile processing staff performing technical duties in decontamination, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and reprocessing of reusable patient care items. The role supports safe and efficient patient care by assisting with inventory maintenance for sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies. It follows regulatory and industry standards and manufacturers’ instructions to ensure the safe processing, handling, transport, and storage of patient care instrumentation, while maintaining a safe and efficient operating environment. The position also performs secretary and clerical functions. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, three to five years of experience, and experience in operating-room sterile processing or central sterile reprocessing. CRCST certification is required upon hire. A CIS, CHL, or CER certification is required within two years of hire. The seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment. New employees must be willing to receive applicable vaccinations if found non-immune or without evidence of required vaccination; medical and religious exemptions may be discussed with Human Resources.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Three to five years of experience.
- Experience in operating-room sterile processing or central sterile reprocessing.
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification required upon hire.
- Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL), or Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) certification required within two years of hire.
Responsibilities
- Supervise staff performing decontamination, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and reprocessing of reusable patient care items.
- Assist with inventory maintenance of sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.
- Follow regulatory standards and practices for high-level disinfection and sterilization.
- Ensure safe processing, handling, transport, and storage of patient care instrumentation.
- Perform secretary and clerical functions.
- Follow regulatory and industry standards to maintain a safe environment and promote operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Benefits plans designed to meet the changing needs of employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
