Sterile Processing Lead: Drive Sterilization Excellence

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 33,916 - 50,888; Full time

Job summary

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital in Valencia, CA, seeks a Sterile Processing Tech Lead to guide the SPD team in decontamination, sterilization, and instrument assembly. This role serves as SME and leads daily operations alongside the SPD Supervisor and Manager.

Requires CRCST/CIS/CSPDT certification and a minimum of 3 years of sterile processing experience. Strong knowledge of OSHA, Joint Commission, and AAMI standards, plus leadership and mentoring abilities, are essential.

Qualifications

• CRCST/CIS/CSPDT certification required
• Minimum 3 years sterile processing experience
• Proficiency with all sterilization methods and equipment
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent; accredited sterile processing program preferred

Responsibilities

• Decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable instrumentation
• Provide daily operational support and training in collaboration with SPD Supervisor and Manager
• Serve as SME for complex sterile processing issues and lead workflow improvements

Skills

Sterile processing knowledge

Surgical instrument knowledge

OSHA/Joint Commission/AAMI standards

Infection control

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Computer skills (Meditech)

Independent worker

Leadership/mentoring

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Sterile processing technician program

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital in Valencia, CA, seeks a Sterile Processing Tech Lead to guide the SPD team in decontamination, sterilization, and instrument assembly. This role serves as SME and leads daily operations alongside the SPD Supervisor and Manager.

Requires CRCST/CIS/CSPDT certification and a minimum of 3 years of sterile processing experience. Strong knowledge of OSHA, Joint Commission, and AAMI standards, plus leadership and mentoring abilities, are essential.