Sterile Processing Lead: Preceptor & Operations

MercyOne Medical Group; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Health System in Dubuque, IA seeks a Sterile Processing Tech, Lead to oversee instrument handling across specialties and mentor staff. You will ensure efficient operations in the central sterile processing department and coordinate vendor room activities.

Applicants should have CRCST certification or equivalent within hire period, with 2+ years of sterile processing or surgical tech experience and strong collaboration skills. MercyOne offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Two years of prior experience as sterile processing technician or surgical technologist preferred.
• Must demonstrate organization and communication skills and be able to anticipate instrument needs.
• Must have basic computer skills in a Windows environment.
• Must work well in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must embody MercyOne values of dignity, integrity, and caring.

Responsibilities

• Aid, promotes, and facilitates surgical instruments/equipment across all specialties.
• Coordinates and monitors assigned activities within central sterile processing to ensure efficiency.
• Serves as liaison between central sterile processing and other departments.
• Acts as preceptor and mentor for central sterile processing staff.
• Manages vendor room and loaner tray program.

Skills

Sterile processing

Surgical technologist

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MercyOne Health System in Dubuque, IA seeks a Sterile Processing Tech, Lead to oversee instrument handling across specialties and mentor staff. You will ensure efficient operations in the central sterile processing department and coordinate vendor room activities.

Applicants should have CRCST certification or equivalent within hire period, with 2+ years of sterile processing or surgical tech experience and strong collaboration skills. MercyOne offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities.