Sterile Processing Quality Lead | Compliance & Education

University of Vermont Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a SPD Quality Coordinator to oversee quality control in the Sterile Processing Department, ensuring safe instruments for patient care. You will coordinate QA activities, monitor compliance with standards, and collaborate with SPD and surgical teams to optimize processes under SPD leadership.

The role emphasizes education, competency validation, and auditing to meet regulatory requirements and policies at UVM Medical Center.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; associates degree in related sciences within 2 years (required).
• Preferred: Associate degree in related sciences field.
• CRCS/CRCST certification through HSPA or CBSPD (required).
• Certified Endoscope Re-processor through HSPA or CBSPD (required).
• Sterile Processing experience: minimum 7 years (required).
• Endoscope processing experience: minimum 1 year (required).
• Leadership experience: minimum 1 year (required).

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality control measures in the SPD to ensure safe instruments and patient care.
• Coordinate quality assurance activities and monitor regulatory compliance.
• Educate staff on quality standards and auditing within SPD and surgical areas.

Education

High School Diploma or GED; in 2 years: associate degree expected

Associate degree in related sciences (preferred)

Job description

University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a SPD Quality Coordinator to oversee quality control in the Sterile Processing Department, ensuring safe instruments for patient care. You will coordinate QA activities, monitor compliance with standards, and collaborate with SPD and surgical teams to optimize processes under SPD leadership.

The role emphasizes education, competency validation, and auditing to meet regulatory requirements and policies at UVM Medical Center.