Sterile Processing Lead - Mentor Techs (Second Shift)

University Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician-Lead in Louisville, KY to supervise decontamination, assembly and sterilization of instruments across hospital units.

Responsibilities include instructing Sterile Processing Technicians, assigning daily work, monitoring sterilization processes and ensuring compliance with AAMI, AORN and CDC guidelines; mentoring staff and maintaining equipment readiness throughout the Medical Center complex.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.
• Minimum 18 months of sterile processing experience.
• Double Certification by a nationally recognized program for Sterile Processing Technicians required.
• CHL or CSPM Certification must be obtained within 12 months from hire date.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Sterile Processing Technicians and assign daily work areas.
• Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package and sterilize instruments and sets.
• Monitor sterilization processes and report quality issues.
• Provide coaching, mentoring and performance feedback to staff.

Skills

Sterile processing

Precepting

Quality management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED/equivalent

Tools

Instrument washer

Sonic washer

Steam sterilizer

Cart washer

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician-Lead in Louisville, KY to supervise decontamination, assembly and sterilization of instruments across hospital units.

Responsibilities include instructing Sterile Processing Technicians, assigning daily work, monitoring sterilization processes and ensuring compliance with AAMI, AORN and CDC guidelines; mentoring staff and maintaining equipment readiness throughout the Medical Center complex.