Sterile Processing Quality & Improvement Specialist

Wellstar Health System; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia seeks a Full-time Evening Sterile Processing Quality Improvement specialist to lead continuous improvement across shifts. You will train instrument techs, oversee QA audits, ensure TJC and AAMI compliance, and support process improvements within SPD.

You will develop competencies, coordinate audits, and provide orientation for new hires while promoting safety and high standards in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years sterile processing or related field experience.
• Experience with instrument sterilization techniques and policies.
• Familiarity with hospital quality improvement concepts and audits.

Responsibilities

• Create, establish, and maintain metrics and KPIs for Sterile Processing systems.
• Assist in development and administration of hospital and department QA programs.
• Ensure safety and report equipment malfunctions per policies.
• Recommend operational changes in line with standards (TJC, AAMI).
• Assist in competency development, goals, and procedures for the department.
• Perform and submit quality and environmental audits (e.g., cleaning, disinfection, sterilization).
• Provide training and orientation for employees on process improvements.
• Support leadership and professional development within SPD.

Skills

Prioritization

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Self-motivation

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

CSPDT or CRCST certification

Job description

Wellstar Health System in Georgia seeks a Full-time Evening Sterile Processing Quality Improvement specialist to lead continuous improvement across shifts. You will train instrument techs, oversee QA audits, ensure TJC and AAMI compliance, and support process improvements within SPD.

You will develop competencies, coordinate audits, and provide orientation for new hires while promoting safety and high standards in a fast-paced hospital environment.