Lead Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing - Full Time

11 Southern NH Medical Center; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern NH Medical Center is seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Technician to guide the SPD team in daily operations and instrument decontamination. You will decontaminate, package, and sterilize instrument sets, and report to the Sterile Processing Supervisor as part of the Surgical Services team.

The role requires 2–3 years SPD experience, a Diploma or GED, and preferred IAHCSMM certification with potential for certification within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of Sterile Processing Department experience.
• Certification within one year of hire if not already certified.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and SPD processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor with daily operations.
• Coordinate daily responsibilities of technicians.
• Orient new technicians.
• Contribute to performance evaluations.
• Instruct technicians in new procedures and techniques.
• Sterilize instrument sets according to manufacturers’ instructions.
• Collaborate with Surgical Services leadership to set priorities.
• Order supplies and maintain stock levels.

Skills

Leadership

Task coordination

Mentoring/orientation

Instrument sterilization

Medical terminology

Education

Diploma or GED

IAHCSMM certification (preferred)

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

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 Certifications

Required Education: DIPLOMA (Required), GED (Required)

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

SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SolutionHealth is an integrated health system uniquely focused on providing access to high-value primary and specialty care that meets the growing needs of the communities we serve. Together, Southern New Hampshire Health and Elliot Health System, the founding members of SolutionHealth, are committed to innovative models of care and collaboration that improve the health and well-being of more than half of million residents of our region. We start with committing to do the right thing, for each patient, always.