Lead Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing - Full Time

Southern NH Medical Center; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern NH Medical Center is seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Technician to provide leadership within the SPD, manage technicians, and support daily operations on a 2:30pm–11:00pm shift.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of SPD experience, a high school diploma or GED, and may have IAHCSAM certification or be working toward it. This on-site role offers opportunities for career advancement within a Magnet-designated hospital.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED (required).
• Two to three years of Sterile Processing Department experience required.
• Specialty certification through IAHCSAM preferred at time of hire, or within one year of hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and sterile processing terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor with daily operations.
• Assign and coordinate daily responsibilities of technicians; orient new technicians; contribute to performance evaluations; instruct technicians in new procedures and techniques.
• Sterilize instrument sets using manufacturers' instructions.
• Collaborate with Surgical Services leadership to set priorities.
• Order supplies and maintain stock levels.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Medical terminology

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or GED

Job description

Come work at the best place to give and receive care!

Job Description:

Lead Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time

2:30pm-11:00pm Monday-Friday, rotating call, Holidays, and weekends

Who We Are:

The Sterile Processing Department is the foundation of surgical and procedural areas within hospitals, ASC's and clinical arenas. SPD has a strong focus on teamwork within the department and surgical services. At SNHMC we are currently servicing 25+ departments, and foundation facilities. Our department runs with three shifts during the week and rotating weekends and call for weekend coverage. With entry level positions and room for career advancement, sterile processing technicians play a critical role in the sanitation and infection control efforts of a healthcare facility.

About the Job:

As a member of the Surgical Services team, the Lead Processing Technician provides leadership and guidance to technicians and assists the supervisor with daily operations. The Lead Processing Technician collects used supplies for decontamination according to schedule and as needed. Using manufacturers' instructions, the Lead Processing Technician decontaminates instruments and equipment and then packages and sterilizes instrument sets. This role works collaboratively with the Surgical Services team and reports to the Sterile Processing Supervisor.

What You'll Do:

• Assist supervisor with daily operations
• Assign and coordinate daily responsibilities of technicians. Orient new technicians. Contribute to performance evaluations. Instruct technicians in new procedures and techniques.
• Sterilize instrument sets using manufacturer's instructions.
• Collaborate with Surgical Services leadership team to set priorities.
• Order supplies and maintains appropriate stock levels.

Who You Are:

• High School Graduate or GED
• Specialty certification through IAHCSAMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Services Materiel Management) preferred at time of hire, or achieve certification within one year of hire.
• Two to three years of Sterile Processing Department experience required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and technical terminology related to Sterile Processing

Why You'll Love Us:

• Southern NH Medical Center is a 5-time Magnet designated hospital
• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Competitive pay
• Tuition & Certification Reimbursement
• Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Education & Paid training courses for continued career progression
• & So much more!

Required Education:

• DIPLOMA (Required), GED (Required)

Work Shift:

2:30pm-11:00pm Monday-Friday, rotating call, Holidays, and weekends

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