Sterile Processing Supervisor

CJW Medical Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, VA, is seeking a Lead Central Sterile Technician to ensure surgical instruments are cleaned, sterilized and ready for use. You will lead through example, promoting safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.

The role requires a High School Diploma, Central Sterile Certification Program completion, CRCST credential, and 1–2 years of CST experience with leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate / GED required.
• Completion of Central Sterile Supply Certification Program.
• Central Sterile Certification: examples include CRCST or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments and supplies.
• Organize instruments based on surgery schedules and case needs.
• Monitor sterilization processes and equipment performance; maintain records.
• Support team with safety and infection control best practices.
• Train and mentor staff to ensure patient care quality.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Team training

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma

Central Sterile Certification Program

CRCST Certification

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $20.55 - $28.78 / hour

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Introduction

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Coord Central Sterile Chippenham Hospital

Benefits

Chippenham Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a(an) Coord Central Sterile for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do.

Job Summary And Qualifications

As a Lead Central Sterile Technician, you’ll help deliver safe, high-quality care by ensuring surgical instruments and supplies are expertly cleaned, sterilized, and ready to use. With strong attention to detail and by leading through example, you’ll help create a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement that drives excellent outcomes and improves lives every day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the preparation, cleaning, and sterilization of surgical instruments and supplies, making sure all items are properly cleaned and ready for use
• Organizing instruments and equipment based on surgery schedules and special case needs
• Monitoring sterilization processes and equipment performance, keeping accurate records, and promptly reporting any issues
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and stocked workspace that supports the team and upholds the highest infection control standards
• Training and supporting team members to work safely, follow best practices, and care for every patient like family

What qualifications you will need:

• High School Graduate / GED
• Successful completion of Central Sterile Supply Certification Program
• Central Sterile Supply Certification: -Examples: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (IAHCSMM); Certified and Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
• Minimum one to two years’ experience as a Central Sterile Technician; demonstrated leadership experience

Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Coord Central Sterile opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.