Lead Sterile Processing Technician

Bon Secours Health System; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Technician to ensure the highest standards in processing surgical instruments and patient care equipment. The role requires adherence to safety and quality standards while managing resources effectively. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and experience in sterile processing, along with strong communication and teamwork skills. Join us in enhancing patient care through exceptional service and commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• 3 years experience required, 5 years preferred.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards in processing instruments and patient care equipment.
• Perform decontamination functions and quality control aspects of sterile processing.
• Inventory, stock, and deliver supplies to facility areas.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Attention to details

Aseptic Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

S cheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Bon Secours

Intro paragraph

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Harmonized - Lead, Sterile Processing Technician Certified 210T12 – St. Francis Downtown

Job Summary:

The Lead, Sterile Processing Technician Certified will maintain a consistent high standard in the processing of instruments, patient care equipment and supplies and help assure that the department will meet or exceed the The Joint Commission (JCAHO) requirements in a cost effective manner. They will maximize utilization of available resources and departmental operations support on assigned shift. The Lead will process patient charges as determined by the facility. The Lead will act in accordance to sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), The Joint Commission (JCAHO), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and state standards of practice.

Essential Functions:

• Performs decontamination functions including manual cleaning and processing of surgical instrumentation and patient care equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Applies proper knowledge of various detergents and chemical disinfectants for use in the decontamination and removal of blood, bone, and other body tissues from contaminated surgical equipment. Adheres to standard precautions while performing cleaning and sterilization duties.
• Inventories, stocks, and delivers supplies, carts, equipment to all facility areas as indicated per facility guidelines. Orders, restocks, labels, and maintains proper inventory levels. Rotates stock, inspecting for outdates per market requirements.
• Performs and documents quality control aspects of sterile processing using various information technology systems focusing on instrument tracking, surgery schedules, surgeon preference cards, supply ordering and management. Accurately maintains comprehensive quality assurance standards related to sterilization and infection control.
• Operates and understands various sterilizers and sterilizing techniques required to produce sterile packages for use in the surgical setting keeping package assembly aseptic protocols in mind. Monitors sterilization regularly ensuring quality assurance through chemical and biological indicators and integrators.
• Documents all activities as required within the outlined processes and reports variances that may affect the outcome of sterile products or patient care and safety.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• One of the following is required: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (required)
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (preferred)
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (preferred)

Experience:

• 3 years experience (required)
• 5 years experience (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to Follow Instructions

• Able to Work Independently

• Able to work under pressure

• Anatomy

• Anticipate Needs

• Aseptic Techniques

• Attention to details

• Communication

• Communication with multi-levels

• Computer skills

• Critical Thinking

• HIPAA

• Infection Control

• Knowledge of AAMI Recommendations

• Move with a sense of urgency

• Possess Surgical Conscience

• Preceptor

• Professionalism

• Self-Directed

• Sterile processing workflow

• Takes Direction

• Teamwork

Training:

• EPIC (preferred)

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Central Sterile - St. Francis - Downtown - Central Supply 2

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail] .