Sterile Processing Coordinator

United Surgical Partners International; Georgia; On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrenceville Surgery Center is hiring a Sterile Processing Coordinator full time in Georgia. The role focuses on maintaining sterile processing standards, operating autoclaves and decontamination equipment, and ensuring instrument readiness for procedures.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, CRCST or equivalent certification, and 1–2 years of instrument room experience with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1-2 year previous experience as Instrument Room Technician or equivalent
• Capacity to learn use of sterilizers
• Possess good communication skills

Responsibilities

• Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure.
• Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures.
• Inspects equipment / instruments for proper working condition.
• Maintains equipment / instrumentation according to manufacturers' recommendations.
• Accurately labels / dates sterilized equipment / instruments.
• Maintains availability of instruments and equipment to avoid delays.
• Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy.
• Correctly operates decontamination equipment, autoclaves, Steris equipment.
• Performs required biological chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to policy and procedure.
• Performs checks for outdated items or package integrity.
• Keeps instrument racks in organized manner.
• Maintains adequate supplies for the sterile processing area.
• Coordinates and implements AMI standards for the sterilization of instruments and supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Lawrenceville Surgery Center is hiring a Sterile Processing Coordinator Full time

Welcome to Lawrenceville Surgery Center, where we are dedicated to providing the pinnacle of excellence you've come to expect from Lawrenceville.

A Commitment to Excellence:

Join a team devoted to delivering top-tier clinical care and an outstanding patient experience, all within your local reach. Our commitment to excellence is palpable in every facet of your journey.

Lead Central Sterile Processing Tech at Lawrenceville Surgery Center:

• Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure.


• Adheres to sterilization process policies and procedures.


• Inspects equipment / instruments for proper working condition.


• Maintains equipment / instrumentation according to manufactures recommendations.


• Accurately labels / dates sterilized equipment / instruments


• Maintains availability of instruments and equipment to avoid delays.


• Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy.


• Correctly operates decontamination equipment, autoclaves, Steris equipment.


• Performs required biological chemical monitoring tests on all sterilizers and maintains logs according to policy and procedure.


• Performs checks for outdated items or package integrity.


• Keeps instrument racks in organized manner.


• Maintains adequate supplies for the sterile processing area.


• Coordinates and implements AMI standards for the sterilization of instruments and supplies.


• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned in an efficient, effective and cost-conscious manner, complying with USPI's policies, procedures and regulations.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Licensure/Certification:

• Certification required – CRCST or equivalent

Required Experience:

• 1-2-year previousexperience as Instrument Room Technician or equivalent experience


• Capacity to learn use of sterilizers.


• Possess good communication skills.


• Must be a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech (SPD)

What We Offer:

As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage


• Life and AD&D coverage


• Availability of short- and long-term disability


• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs


• 401(k) and access to retirement planning


• Paid holidays and vacation

Who We Are:

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

Required Skills: