Sterile Processing Lead Technician — Evening Shift

Memorial Hermann; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital in Humble, TX is seeking a Sterile Processing supervisor/lead responsible for mentoring, training, and scheduling the work of Sterile Processing staff. You will supervise department personnel and ensure adherence to Standard Precautions and Event-Related Sterility, while maintaining safety and quality.

The role supports a patient-focused environment at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience involving sterilization of instruments, equipment and supplies.
• 1+ year of leadership or management experience preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots problems and strategically resolves issues within Sterile Processing department.
• Trains and acts as a mentor to Sterile Processing Technicians.
• Prepares work schedules, assists manager with performance issues, and gives input to manager on performance evaluations.
• Expert knowledge of the Sterile Processing department rules, procedures and processes.
• Ensures accurate handling of instruments/equipment, including selection of cleaning agents, lubricants, examination for function, identification and assembly according to count sheet, and preparation for sterilization.
• Trains and prepares team members with regard to the parameters of hospital/medical facility standards of sterilization.
• Loads, monitors, operates and maintain different types of cleaning and sterilization equipment and machinery accurately and safely.
• Monitors supplies and materials inventory.
• Completes quality control and infection control standards checks as needed.
• Communicate delays, supply, instrumentation and equipment problems, substitutions involving Operating Room and other areas.
• Regularly accepts and completed most complex assignments.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors, adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sterile processing knowledge

Leadership experience

English language skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Mathematical calculations

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Sterile Processing IT systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sterile Processing Information Systems

Job description

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital in Humble, TX is seeking a Sterile Processing supervisor/lead responsible for mentoring, training, and scheduling the work of Sterile Processing staff. You will supervise department personnel and ensure adherence to Standard Precautions and Event-Related Sterility, while maintaining safety and quality.

The role supports a patient-focused environment at Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital.