Lead Sterile Processing Tech – On-Site Supervisor & Mentor

Northern Arizona Healthcare; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Arizona Healthcare is seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Tech to supervise shifts, mentor staff, and act as a department resource on site. The role may include participating in hiring, evaluations, and disciplinary actions, and possibly assuming SPD Supervisor duties when necessary.

This position requires CRCST certification and recent experience in sterile processing or as a surgical tech, with a focus on safety, policy design, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Sterile Processing program or higher education preferred.
• CRCST/CBSPD Certification required.
• CSPM/CHL Certification preferred.
• Certification as an Instrument Specialist preferred.
• Experience as Sterile Processing or Surgical Tech required.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shifts and staff, manage workflow to meet demand.
• Mentor staff and participate in hiring, evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain open communication with the Operating Room at all times.
• Educate staff on new equipment, methods and procedures.
• Design and enforce Sterile Processing policies and procedures.
• Ensure safety compliance and timely completion of mandatory trainings.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduation from an accredited Sterile Processing program or other higher education

Job description

Northern Arizona Healthcare is seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Tech to supervise shifts, mentor staff, and act as a department resource on site. The role may include participating in hiring, evaluations, and disciplinary actions, and possibly assuming SPD Supervisor duties when necessary.

This position requires CRCST certification and recent experience in sterile processing or as a surgical tech, with a focus on safety, policy design, and regulatory compliance.