Sterile Processing Coordinator

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; Presencial; USD 52.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, FL seeks a Sterile Processing Coordinator to lead daily workflows and ensure sterile instrument readiness for surgeries. The role oversees decontamination, assembly, packaging, and sterilization while maintaining accurate records and inventory control.

You will train staff, support QA initiatives, and collaborate with clinical teams to meet surgical schedules in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• Knowledge of sterile processing practices including decontamination, assembly, packaging, and sterilization.
• Experience with infection prevention and regulatory standards (AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission).
• Ability to coordinate workflows and manage instrument and supply inventory.
• Strong communication to staff and clinical teams; leadership or supervision experience.
• Certification in sterile processing preferred; eligibility to obtain certification.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily sterile processing workflow to support surgical schedules.
• Maintain instrument and supply inventory; troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Document sterilization cycles and instrument tracking; ensure accuracy.
• Train and mentor staff; participate in QA and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with surgical and nursing teams to meet procedural timelines.

Conocimientos

Sterile processing

Regulatory standards

Inventory management

Staff training

Communication

Equipment troubleshooting

Leadership

Educación

High school diploma

Central sterile processing training

Herramientas

Tracking systems

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

Memorial Healthcare System (MHS) is one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in the United States, with a team of more than 17,000 professionals providing personalized care to patients and families across South Florida. Team MHS Florida is known for its collaborative, award-winning culture and commitment to delivering exceptional, compassionate care, often referred to as the “Memorial Experience.” The organization is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes workplace diversity and inclusion, offering employment opportunities without discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic. Memorial Healthcare System also provides Veteran’s Preference for former military members, reservists, and military spouses who indicate their status on their application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

Role Description

The Sterile Processing Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Hollywood, FL, responsible for overseeing the daily operations of sterile processing services. This role coordinates the cleaning, decontamination, assembly, packaging, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment in accordance with regulatory standards and hospital policies. The Coordinator monitors workflow, assigns tasks, and supports team members to ensure adequate instrument availability for surgical and procedural areas. The role includes maintaining accurate records, managing inventory of sterile supplies, troubleshooting equipment issues, and collaborating with clinical teams to meet procedural schedules. The Sterile Processing Coordinator also participates in staff training, quality assurance initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts to promote patient safety and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of sterile processing practices, including decontamination, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Experience following infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards (e.g., AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission) in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to coordinate workflows, prioritize tasks, and manage instrument and supply inventory to support surgical and procedural schedules.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with surgical, nursing, and support teams and providing clear guidance to staff.i>
• Proficiency in using sterile processing equipment and related tracking or documentation systems, with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in sterile processing or perioperative services, including training and mentoring team members.
• Certification in sterile processing (e.g., CRCST, CSPDT) preferred; eligibility and willingness to obtain certification if not already held.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training or coursework in central sterile processing or healthcare is beneficial.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move instrument trays, and work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and safety.