FT Sterile Processing Lead - Second Shift

Surgery Partners Brand; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

North Carolina Specialty Hospital in Durham, NC, is seeking a FT Sterile Processing Lead for second shift to oversee the SPD department and ensure safe, efficient sterilization of surgical instruments. The role requires strong leadership, QA oversight, and collaboration with OR teams.

The ideal candidate will have SPD program completion, supervisor certification, and 3–5 years of SPD experience, with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Sterile Processing Program required.
• SPD supervisor certification and 3–5 years SPD experience.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with OR teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily SPD department operations and staffing.
• Ensure decontamination, sterilization, and instrument care per policy.
• Document QA activities and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Provide data reports to support performance improvement and leadership.
• Partner with Surgical Services Director and OR staff to meet patient needs.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Communication skills

Quality Improvement

Infection control knowledge

Data reporting

Education

Sterile Processing Program completion

SPD Supervisor Certification

Tools

Inventory control systems

Job description

FT Sterile Processing Lead - Second Shift

Job Category: Surgical Services

Requisition Number: FTSTE041630

• Posted : September 17, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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North Carolina Specialty Hospital
3916 Ben Franklin Blvd
Durham, NC 27704, USA

Description

North Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH) is a private, physician-owned medical center that opened its doors in 1926. Its commitment to growth and continuous improvement has helped the hospital maintain a high ranking in both quality measures and patient satisfaction. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear, nose, and throat, as well as sports medicine, oral, plastic, podiatry, general surgery, interventional radiology, pain management, reconstructive surgery, and more.

Why join North Carolina Specialty Hospital?

• Award Winning Hospital for Special Surgery
• 5 Star CMS rated facility for patient experience
• Positive Work culture
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Surgical Services Director, the Sterile Processing Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department. This includes: ensuring proper care and maintenance of all surgical instrumentation, equipment, and sterilization process es; demonstrating good knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic techniques, must have knowledge of equipment, instruments, procedures and supplies used in the operating room; and able to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact and endurance. This position must provide on-going and continual communication with Operating Room staff, including communicating special equipment needs as they arise.

Skills & Abilities:

• Provides supervision of daily operation of SPD department and staff. Accepts other duties as assigned by Director of Surgical Services
• Collects, reviews for accuracy and stores all documentation required for verification of decontamination/sterilization as required by regulatory bodies, and NCSH policy.
• Verifies performance and documentation of QI for SPD process and equipment. Ensures all QI is performed at required intervals. Maintains logs for QI testing and daily monitoring
• Collects data and prepares reports to support Performance Improvement recommendations for equipment and instrument purchases which are communicated to hospital leadership and Governing Board
• Staffing of department adequately for daily schedule.
• In conjunction with Director or designee, reviews and revises policies and procedures as needed and on required intervals.
• Adheres to all Hospital Policies and Procedures, specifically Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct, Corporate Compliance, Diversity, and Confidentiality.
• Identifies potential risks to patients: identifies risks to patients in order to reduce incidence of injury; identifies actions to eliminate, minimize or report risks; identifies procedures to follow in the event of an incident; reports processes for common problems, failures and user errors.
• Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes, programs, and the working environment.
• Applies the principles and values of customer service and continuous quality improvement while performing day-to-day activities of the position.
• Maintains and protects confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues.
• Provides data and information as needed to Infection Control Nurse, Safety Officer or other hospital committees as requested
• Maintains positive working relationships and fosters cooperative work environment.
• Adheres to the hospital's "Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct" in the HR Manual.
• Displays honesty and mutual respect when communicating with peers and other departments.
• Follows through on problems that may compromise effective job performance by using appropriate chain of command.
• Utilize concepts of age/developmental stages in interactions with patients and families.
• Complies with National Patient Safety Goals.
• Universal precautions and infection control guidelines, including hand washing guidelines followed at all times.

Training, Education & Experience:

• High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent experience.
• Completion of Sterile Processing Program from an accredited institution or equivalent clinical experience in SPD.
• Certification required for Supervisor position along with 3-5 years of experience in SPD department.
• Effective communication skills; both orally and written.
• Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.
• Strong critical thinking skills.

Our employees are critical to our success and we value their contributions. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that values employee ideas and diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. We maintain a drug-free workplace and require pre-employment drug screening and background check.

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