Lead Sterile Processing Tech - Weekdays

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support and counseling

Paid time off and disability coverage

401(k) with employer match

Education assistance and tuition perks

Job summary

Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina is seeking a Certified Lead Sterile Processing Technician to join our team on a weekday schedule. You will lead a team, maintain sterilization standards, and ensure surgical instruments are clean, reliable, and ready for patient care.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining equipment, tracking sterilization cycles, and coordinating with OR staff to keep surgeries on schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• (CSPDT) Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician, or (CRCST) Certified Registered Central Service Technician must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• 3 years experience required.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, inspecting, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments and trays to ensure every tool works properly and is ready for patient care.
• Operating and maintaining sterilization equipment, while keeping detailed records of sterilization cycles, safety checks, and quality standards.
• Preparing surgical sets and case carts by reviewing daily schedules and gathering the right instruments and supplies for each procedure.
• Managing inventory, organizing supplies in OR storage areas, and working closely with the surgical team to help keep surgeries run smoothly and on time.
• Leading and training the Sterile Processing team, sharing updates on new equipment and processes, and setting a positive example to support a safe, high-quality environment where teamwork thrives.

Skills

Certified Lead Sterile Processing Tech

Team leadership

Sterilization proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina is seeking a Certified Lead Sterile Processing Technician to join our team on a weekday schedule. You will lead a team, maintain sterilization standards, and ensure surgical instruments are clean, reliable, and ready for patient care.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining equipment, tracking sterilization cycles, and coordinating with OR staff to keep surgeries on schedule.