Lead Certified Sterile Processing Technician – Day Shift

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna, TN is seeking a Certified Lead Sterile Processing Technician. As a safety-focused leader, you will ensure instruments are cleaned, sterilized, and ready for procedures, while guiding your team to uphold high quality and efficiency.

You will oversee sterilization operations, maintain records, and partner with the surgical team to keep cases on time. This role emphasizes training, process improvement, and patient safety in a busy perioperative

Qualifications

• CSPDT, CRCST, or an equivalent certificate, or work experience in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, inspecting, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments and trays for patient care.
• Operating and maintaining sterilization equipment and recording cycles, safety checks, and quality standards.
• Preparing surgical sets and case carts by reviewing daily schedules and gathering instruments and supplies.
• Managing inventory and organizing supplies in OR storage areas, coordinating with the surgical team to maintain smooth operations.
• Leading and training the Sterile Processing team and sharing updates on new equipment and processes.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Leadership

Quality standards

Inventory management

Education

CSPDT / CRCST certification

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna, TN is seeking a Certified Lead Sterile Processing Technician. As a safety-focused leader, you will ensure instruments are cleaned, sterilized, and ready for procedures, while guiding your team to uphold high quality and efficiency.

You will oversee sterilization operations, maintain records, and partner with the surgical team to keep cases on time. This role emphasizes training, process improvement, and patient safety in a busy perioperative