Lead Sterile Processing Technician - Sterile Processing - Full Time

Southern New Hampshire Health System; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern NH Medical Center is seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Technician to join the Surgical Services team. The role supports daily operations, decontamination, sterilization, and packaging of instrument sets while coordinating with the Sterile Processing Supervisor.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in Sterile Processing and may hold IAHCSMM certs. Position requires a Diploma or GED and offers full-time hours with rotating shifts, holidays, and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of Sterile Processing Department experience.
• Specialty certification through IAHCSMM preferred at time of hire, or within one year of hire.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor with daily operations.
• Orient new technicians and contribute to performance evaluations.
• Sterilize instrument sets using manufacturer instructions.
• Order supplies and maintain stock levels.
• Collaborate with Surgical Services leadership to set priorities.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Medical terminology

Leadership

Staff training

Education

Diploma

GED

Job description

Come work at the best place to give and receive care!Job Description:Lead Sterile Processing Technician - Full Time2:30pm-11:00pm Monday-Friday, rotating call, Holidays, and weekendsWho 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 operationsAssign 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 GEDSpecialty 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 ProcessingWhy You’ll Love Us:Southern NH Medical Center is a 5-time Magnet designated hospitalHealth, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employeesMedical, dental, and vision coverageLife insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Competitive payTuition & Certification ReimbursementNursing Student Loan Paydown Program403(b) Retirement Savings PlanEducation & 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 weekendsSolutionHealth 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.