Lead Central Sterile Processing Technician

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare institution as a Lead Central Sterile Processing Technician, where your expertise will ensure the highest standards of surgical instrument sterilization and patient safety. This full-time role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, emphasizing teamwork, precision, and continuous learning. You'll be pivotal in maintaining surgical instrumentation, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of safety and quality care. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sterile processing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of infection control and sterilization standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sterile processing operations and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinate with Operating Room to manage surgical instrument availability.

Skills

Sterile Processing Techniques

Team Coordination

Surgical Instrument Management

Infection Control Procedures

Staff Development

Education

Certification in Sterile Processing

High School Diploma

Tools

Sterilization Equipment

Job description

Join Our Team at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital!

Are you an experienced Central Sterile Processing Technician looking for a rewarding opportunity? UPMC Magee is hiring a full-time, night shift Lead Central Sterile Processing Technicianto join our dedicated team. We offer a $5,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year commitment for external hires with at least 2 years of prior sterile experience.

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring the highest standards of surgical instrument sterilization and patient safety. If you're passionate about precision, teamwork, and making a difference in healthcare, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison between Sterile Processing Department (SPD) and Operating Room (OR), ensuring smooth coordination.
• Arrange in-service education programs and assist in staff orientation and development.
• Assess, maintain, and manage surgical instrumentation, ensuring availability and proper functioning.
• Oversee ordering, updating, and streamlining of instrumentation sets to enhance performance.
• Assist in reducing surgical instrument errors and improving turnaround time.
• Clean, decontaminate, disinfect, and reassemble equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with department policies on sterile processing, infection control, and safety.
• Demonstrate commitment to UPMC Core Values by fostering a compassionate and effective healthcare environment.
• Support professional development, mentoring sterile processing technicians, and fostering continuous learning.
• Utilize performance improvement tools and integrate best practices into daily operations.
• Build strong internal and external relationships, promoting teamwork and positive communication.
• Develop management skills and participate in cost-containment initiatives.
• Manage staff schedules, reassign personnel as needed, and ensure efficient department operations, including off-shifts and weekends.
• Maintain troubleshooting expertise in sterilization equipment and monitor parameters for optimal function.
• Participate in department services coordination, committees, and task forces.
• Communicate effectively, provide recommendations, and ensure documentation supports caregiver collaboration.
• Contribute to improving patient safety, quality care, and workplace culture.
• Prepare and assemble surgical trays and equipment following established guidelines.
• Serve as a key resource for information and support across departments.