Sterile Processing Coordinator

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Sterile Processing Coordinator to support leadership in directing staff to prioritize instruments for processing, decontamination, sterilization and high-level disinfection. The role emphasizes quality monitors and compliant operations in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

You will implement instrument tracking systems, evaluate new instrumentation, and ensure adherence to Mercy standards and vendor policies, while maintaining safety and efficiency across the department.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Must have certification as an Instrument Technician (or obtain within 18 months of hire).
• Prefer previous supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Sterile Processing Leadership in directing coworkers to prioritize instruments for processing, decontamination, sterilization and high-level disinfection.
• Implement and maintain quality monitors within the department.
• Evaluate and understand new instrumentation and equipment.
• Enforce vendor policies and procedures as applicable.
• Maintain electronic instrument tracking system and documentation.

Skills

Sterile processing coordination

Leadership

Quality monitoring

Instrument tracking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Instrument Technician

Tools

Electronic instrument tracking system

Job description

Sterile Processing Coordinator

Find your calling at Mercy! The Sterile Processing Coordinator supports Sterile Processing Leadership in directing coworkers to efficiently prioritize instruments for processing, decontamination, sterilization & high-level disinfection. Implements and maintains quality and integrity within the department by establishing quality monitors. Evaluates new instrumentation. Enforces vendor policies. Implements and maintains electronic instrument tracking system. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Requires high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certification/Registration: Must have certification as an Instrument Technician (or obtain within 18 months of hire).
• Preferred Experience: Prefer previous supervisory experience.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.