Lead Sterile Processing Tech

Medical University of South Carolina; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician Lead for the Evening Shift (3pm–11pm). You will manage staff flow and oversee the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation to ensure patient needs are met.

With a CRCST or CBSPD certification and a minimum of two years SPD experience, you will mentor technicians, manage inventory, and maintain quality documentation. Advanced certifications are preferred; join a team committed to excellence and patient

Qualifications

• Must possess CRCST or CBSPD certification with minimum 2 years SPD experience.
• Advanced certification (CIS/CER/CHL) preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Direct staff flow for the evening shift and manage the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation.
• Mentor, train, coach, and role model Sterile Processing Technicians.
• Maintain quality monitoring, documentation, and supply inventory; promote teamwork across departments.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Quality control

Documentation

Staff training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ultrasonic cleaners

Washer/Decontaminator

Sterilizers

Job description

Job Description Summary

This will involve taking report from the Supervisor/Manager from 1st Shift to properly carry out the responsibilities of insuring that our patient needs are met. They will be responsible for directing effective staff flow on the evening shift.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC004763 ORBG - Sterile Processing

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Possessing an SPD-Relevant Certification (CRCST or CBSPD) with a minimum of 2 years of SPD experience, the Sterile Processing Technician Lead manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, and sterilization. Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment. Completes quality monitoring and documentation. Performs quality assurance activities. Is responsible for supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds. Is responsible for mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling of new Sterile Processing Technicians. Serves as leader for the department to promote teamwork within the department and with other departments. Performs all duties with a commitment to excellence in quality and customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Education

Graduate of high school or GED equivalency examination

Credentials

Must be certified and maintain a certification in sterile processing as a CRCST - HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution). Advanced certification (CIS, CER, CHL) preferred.

Work Experience

Minimum of two (2) years of sterile processing experience, preferably in a hospital or surgical setting.

Shift

Evening Shift; 3pm - 11pm

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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