Sterile Processing Lead Tech

Emerson Hospital; West Concord (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing leader to supervise SPD technicians as a shift leader and preceptor for new hires. The role ensures SOP adherence, interprets the next day surgical schedule, and coordinates OR needs for the day and following day.

The incumbent will oversee instrument turnover, report equipment issues to the OR charge nurse, troubleshoot, and update T-DOC records as required. Strong English communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a sterile processing technician.
• Current CRCST or CBSPD certification.
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide shift leadership and guidance to SPD technicians and serve as a preceptor to new hires.
• Interpret next day surgical schedule and identify OR needs for the day and next day.
• Oversee instrument turnover and communicate instrument issues to the OR charge nurse.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs as needed; update data in T-DOC.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Manager of the Sterile Processing Department will provide shift leadership and guidance to SPD technicians and serve as a preceptor to new hires. Assist in assuring that departmental SOPs and the facilities Policies are followed. Interprets next day surgical schedule and identifies the Operating room needs for the day and the next day. Identifies surgical sets requiring turnover for the day. Oversees staff performances in all arear of CSPD maintains communication with the OR charge nurse regarding any instrument issues and add on surgical cases. Has the ability to trouble shoot any possible equipment issues, will contact the designated department if further repair is needed. Has the ability to troubleshoot, update and clean up data on T-DOC

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Equivalent to High School Diploma preferred

Experience:

• 3-5 Years’ experience as a Sterile Processing Tech
  

Licensure and/or Certification

• Current certification in Sterile Processing CRCST or CBSPD

Skills:

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.