Sterile Services Lead

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Physicians Regional – Surgical Services is seeking a Sterile Services Lead to join their team. This role involves utilizing state-of-the-art technology, including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted systems, across a wide range of medical specialties. The Sterile Services Lead will practice in a modern, fast-paced environment where their technical expertise is vital to ensuring surgical excellence and patient safety.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in sterile processing or surgical services required
1-3 years of leadership or supervisory experience required
Strong knowledge of sterilization techniques, equipment, and quality assurance standards.
Effective communication and leadership skills to support and guide staff.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve issues promptly in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with inventory management and regulatory compliance requirements.
Proficient in using sterilization equipment and tracking software.
CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician required

Nice To Haves

CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist preferred

Responsibilities

Provides day-to-day leadership and oversight of sterile processing staff, supporting workflow coordination and ensuring adherence to departmental standards.
Monitors and ensures the management of supplies in all areas of Sterile Processing, maintaining an adequate, cost-effective inventory.
Oversees the collection, decontamination, processing, sterilization, storage, and distribution of non-disposable instruments and equipment.
Conducts quality audits to ensure the accuracy of instrument assembly and preparation for surgical cases.
Serves as a point of contact for Sterile Processing Technicians, providing technical support, guidance, and training to junior staff.
Coordinates and ensures proper assembly, sterilization, and delivery of case carts, resolving instrumentation issues promptly.
Monitors sterilization processes, including steam and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards.
Collaborates with Supervisors and Managers to implement process improvements, address staffing needs, and support employee training initiatives.
Evaluates and documents staff performance, providing constructive feedback and conducting timely performance appraisals.
Responds to complaints and resolves issues in consultation with leadership and risk management as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.