Sterile Processing Lead - Team Educator & Ops

Atrium Health; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Lexington, NC, seeks a Sterile Processing Technician with two years' SPD experience and CSPDT certification. The candidate may step into SPD Supervisor duties as needed and will assist with instrument management, staff direction, and policy enforcement.

Strong computer skills (Excel, PeopleSoft) and the ability to work in a high-demand environment are essential. A focus on safety and compliance is required.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED with two years of sterile processing experience.
• Certification as CSPDT or another sterile processing certification is required.
• Sterile Processing Management certification is strongly encouraged within three years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and education across the SPD team on the sterile processing cycle.
• May assume Sterile Processing Supervisor responsibilities when assigned.
• Assist supervisor in meeting department production targets and direct SPD staff.
• Assist with case carts management and communicate issues to the SPD Supervisor.
• Communicate instrument needs effectively with Supervisor, SPD Liaisons, and OR Coordinators.
• Ensure equipment functionality and report issues to the Supervisor or appropriate department.
• Assist with maintenance of departmental compliance logs and policy enforcement.
• Support special projects and interdepartmental committees as assigned.

Skills

stand for long periods

lift up to 25 pounds

computer skills

ERP/PeopleSoft familiarity

Education

High School diploma or GED

CSPDT certification or equivalent

Sterile Processing Management certification (encouraged)

Tools

Excel

PeopleSoft

Job description

Atrium Health in Lexington, NC, seeks a Sterile Processing Technician with two years' SPD experience and CSPDT certification. The candidate may step into SPD Supervisor duties as needed and will assist with instrument management, staff direction, and policy enforcement.

Strong computer skills (Excel, PeopleSoft) and the ability to work in a high-demand environment are essential. A focus on safety and compliance is required.