Sterile Processing, Lead Certified Technician

aah; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Advocate Health in Lexington is looking for an experienced Sterile Processing professional to lead the SPD team during the 3pm-11pm shift. The role combines hands-on processing oversight with supervisory responsibilities to maintain daily production and instrument readiness.

The ideal candidate holds CSPDT certification and has two years of Sterile Processing experience, with strong communication skills and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with two years in Sterile Processing experience.
• CSPDT certification required; Sterile Processing Management certification encouraged within three years of hire.
• Experience in sterile processing and ability to lead SPD staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the sterile processing cycle and guide SPD employees.
• Lead SPD staff and assist Sterile Processing Supervisor to meet production goals.
• Coordinate case carts and communicate with OR Clinical Coordinators.
• Ensure equipment is functioning and maintain compliance logs.
• Assist with department policy implementation and special projects.

Skills

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 25 pounds

Computer proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED with two years in Sterile Processing

Tools

Excel

PeopleSoft

Job description

Department

37719 Lexington Medical Center - Sterile Processing Services

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Full Time, 3pm-11pm

Pay Range

$22.90 - $34.35

SCHEDULE

Full Time, 3pm-11pm

LOCATION

Lexington

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED equivalent with two years' experience in Sterile Processing.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION

Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), or other sterile processing certification required.

Certification in Sterile Processing Management strongly encouraged within three years of hire.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Expert in all aspects of the sterile processing cycle and ability to provide guidance and education to SPD employees.
• Assumes role and responsibilities Sterile Processing Supervisor when assigned.
• Assists Sterile Processing Supervisor with maintaining department production requirements by leading and directing SPD employees.
• Assists with case carts management and communicates issues to the Sterile Processing Supervisor.
• Uses excellent communication skills when discussing instrument needs with Sterile Processing Supervisor, SPD Liaisons, and/or OR Clinical Coordinators.
• Ensures that all equipment is functioning optimally and report issues to the Sterile Processing Supervisor and/or the appropriate department.
• Assists the Sterile Processing Supervisor with maintenance of departmental compliance logs.
• Assists SPD Manager with implementation and enforcement of departmental policies.
• Assists with special projects and interdepartmental committees as assigned.
• Protects self, co-workers and facility by following approved policies and procedures to prevent the spread of bloodborne and/or airborne disease(s)

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work with computer programs such as Excel and others as needed. Ability to order instruments via PeopleSoft.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to hazards associated with bodily fluids and tissue.
• Regular exposure to the risk of blood borne diseases.
• Exposure to chemical agents used in cleaning.
• Exposure to hazards of steam and heat, may be subject to burns.
• Loud stressful environment due to equipment and high demands.
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
• Subject to many interruptions.
• Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.
• Exposure to sharp instruments that may cause cuts or abrasions.
• Must wear PPE.

Our CommitmenttoYou

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.