Sterile Processing QA Lead — Quality & Compliance

SIPS Healthcare; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Worksite location options

LTD and Life insurance

Job summary

SIPS Healthcare in Naperville, IL is seeking a Sterile Processing Quality Assurance Coordinator to strengthen quality, safety and efficiency in sterile processing. You will audit, analyze data, assess competency, monitor quality indicators, and drive continuous process improvements to uphold patient safety standards.

Collaborate with Sterile Processing and OR teams to ensure instruments, trays, and services meet required specifications and regulatory expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of Sterile Processing experience.
• Certification: IAHCSMM/HSPA or CBSPD Central Sterile Processing Technician.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and Asset management systems.
• Thorough knowledge of aseptic technique principles.

Responsibilities

• Conducts day-to-day quality assurance activities including field issue capture and reports for management review.
• Monitors instrument inspection, sterilization, case cart accuracy, and documentation processes with real-time feedback.
• Tracks quality metrics, audit findings and performance trends for root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Mentors staff on standardized workflows, IFUs, and best practices through coaching.
• Supports development and maintenance of the Quality Information System (QIS) with data collection and reporting.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Quality Assurance

Data analysis

Auditing

Word

Excel

Asset management systems

IFUs adherence

Continuous improvement

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Quality Information System (QIS)

Word

Excel

Job description

SIPS Healthcare in Naperville, IL is seeking a Sterile Processing Quality Assurance Coordinator to strengthen quality, safety and efficiency in sterile processing. You will audit, analyze data, assess competency, monitor quality indicators, and drive continuous process improvements to uphold patient safety standards.

Collaborate with Sterile Processing and OR teams to ensure instruments, trays, and services meet required specifications and regulatory expectations.