Lead Sterile Processing Tech – OR Liaison

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 Commitment Bonus for eligible L

Job summary

Duke Raleigh Hospital, a Campus of Duke University Hospital, is seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Technician to oversee instrument decontamination, sterilization, and delivery for OR procedures. This role requires strong SPD oversight, instrument integrity checks, and coordination with OR teams to ensure seamless surgical readiness.

Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years in sterile processing and CSPDT (CBSPD) or CRCST (HSPA) certification, with additional leadership or management

Qualifications

• 2 years as a Sterile Processing Technician required.
• Certification as CSPDT (CBSPD) or CRCST (HSPA) required.
• Additional certifications in Sterile Processing Management or Healthcare Leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist OR staff by preparing instrument sets and ensuring availability of sterilized instruments.
• Lead daily SPD operations and assist with instrument turnover for surgeries.
• Verify sterilization documentation and track IUSS loads and tray errors.
• Mentor new staff and conduct in-service training.
• Coordinate with OR and Central Sterile for instrument needs and issues.

Skills

Sterile processing

OR liaison

Quality auditing

Preceptor duties

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CSPDT (CBSPD) or CRCST (HSPA) certification

Sterile Processing Certification (C.S.P.D.T / CRCST)

Surgical Instrument knowledge

Job description

Duke Raleigh Hospital, a Campus of Duke University Hospital, is seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Technician to oversee instrument decontamination, sterilization, and delivery for OR procedures. This role requires strong SPD oversight, instrument integrity checks, and coordination with OR teams to ensure seamless surgical readiness.

Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years in sterile processing and CSPDT (CBSPD) or CRCST (HSPA) certification, with additional leadership or management