Sterile Processing Lead & OR Workflow Coordinator

Houston Methodist; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Sterile Processing Coordinator to oversee and coordinate activities across the Sterile Processing department, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, reprocessing and case-cart assembly. You will maintain workflow between the OR and Sterile Processing, orient and train new staff, monitor workload, review budgets, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires strong leadership, six years of Sterile Processing experience, and CSCST or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education (GED or similar).
• Six years of Sterile Processing experience in an acute care hospital.
• Sterile Processing certification: CSCST or CSPDT.
• Instrument Specialist certification: CIS or CSIS.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assign processing services based on technician acuity; ensure decontamination and reprocessing are timely.
• Mentor staff and maintain workflow between OR and Sterile Processing.
• Communicate effectively with health care team; coach staff on communication best practices.
• Coordinate daily interface between sterile processing, surgery, and materials management to ensure supplies and instruments are available.
• Plan staffing to provide excellent service and manage department budget.

Skills

Infection control

Sterilization

Decontamination

Communication

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Instrument tracking

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent education

Tools

Sterilizers

Washers

Ultrasonic washers

Cart washers

Electronic instrument tracking system

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Sterile Processing Coordinator to oversee and coordinate activities across the Sterile Processing department, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, reprocessing and case-cart assembly. You will maintain workflow between the OR and Sterile Processing, orient and train new staff, monitor workload, review budgets, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires strong leadership, six years of Sterile Processing experience, and CSCST or