Sterile Processing QA Technician - Quality & Instrument Care

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Louisville, KY is seeking a Sterile Processing Quality Technician to support patient safety and surgical excellence through quality audits, sterilization record review, and instrument maintenance coordination.

This role requires CRCST or CBSPD certification and two years of sterile processing experience; CIS is preferred. You will collaborate with SPD and Surgical Services teams to ensure compliant, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• CRCST or CBSPD certification is required.
• Two years of experience in sterile processing or instrument management required.
• CIS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality audits of instrument trays and sets to ensure cleanliness, functionality, accuracy, and readiness for patient care.
• Monitor sterilization records and quality assurance documentation to ensure compliance with departmental and regulatory standards.
• Maintain computerized quality tracking systems, reports, and audit records.
• Manage inventory of surgical instruments, specialty sets, and backup supplies to support clinical operations.
• Coordinate instrument repairs, preventive maintenance, refurbishment, and replacement activities with vendors and service providers.
• Maintain instrument tracking systems, set lineups, reference guides, and inventory records.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for SPD staff, Surgical Services, physicians, and vendors regarding instrumentation issues and best practices.
• Assist with troubleshooting instrument-related concerns and implementing corrective actions when opportunities for improvement are identified.
• Support staff education and continuous quality improvement initiatives through audit findings and process recommendations.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient work environment and perform Sterile Processing Technician duties as needed.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Quality Assurance

Education

CRCST or CBSPD certification

CIS preferred

Job description

Baptist Health in Louisville, KY is seeking a Sterile Processing Quality Technician to support patient safety and surgical excellence through quality audits, sterilization record review, and instrument maintenance coordination.

This role requires CRCST or CBSPD certification and two years of sterile processing experience; CIS is preferred. You will collaborate with SPD and Surgical Services teams to ensure compliant, efficient operations.