Sterile Processing Team Lead & Mentor

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks a Sterile Processing leader to mentor, train, and schedule staff within the Sterile Processing department. You will supervise, coach, and develop team members utilizing Standard Precautions and Event-Related Sterility principles.

This role emphasizes leadership, instrument handling expertise, and proficiency with Sterile Processing Information Systems to ensure safe, efficient patient care and compliance with hospital standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified by the CBSPD or IAHCSMM; CIS and/or CHL or CSPM/CSIS certification required or must be acquired within one year from hire date.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience involving sterilization of instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Minimum of one (1) year of leadership or management experience preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English language.
• Advanced computer skills with knowledge of Sterile Processing Information Systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots problems and strategically resolves issues within Sterile Processing Department.
• Trains and acts as a mentor to Sterile Processing Technicians.
• Prepares work schedules, assists manager with performance issues, and gives input on performance evaluations.
• Expert knowledge of the Sterile Processing department rules, procedures and processes.
• Ensures accurate handling of instruments/equipment, including selection of cleaning agents, lubricants, examination for function, identification and assembly according to count sheet, and preparation for sterilization.
• Trains and prepares team members on hospital/medical facility standards of sterilization.
• Loads, monitors, operates and maintains cleaning and sterilization equipment and machinery safely.
• Monitors supplies and materials inventory.
• Completes quality control and infection control standards checks as needed.
• Communicates delays, supply, instrumentation and equipment problems; substitutions involving Operating Room and other areas.
• Accepts and completes complex assignments.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to Memorial Hermann policies within budget, time and quality standards.
• Promotes professional growth by meeting mandatory education and skills competency requirements; serves as preceptor and mentor.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Staff scheduling

Communication

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sterile Processing Information Systems

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks a Sterile Processing leader to mentor, train, and schedule staff within the Sterile Processing department. You will supervise, coach, and develop team members utilizing Standard Precautions and Event-Related Sterility principles.

This role emphasizes leadership, instrument handling expertise, and proficiency with Sterile Processing Information Systems to ensure safe, efficient patient care and compliance with hospital standards.