Sterile Processing Tech Lead

CommonSpirit Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health-affiliated Arizona General Hospital – Mesa seeks a Sterile Processing Tech Lead to supervise decontamination, assembly, preparation and packaging of surgical instruments and devices. You will oversee sterilization methods, monitor quality records, and coordinate with CSSD, ORs, and nursing units to ensure instruments and implants meet needs.

This leadership role requires strong data analysis, instruction-following, and communication skills to troubleshoot sterilizers, track

Qualifications

• Three years surgical instrument experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CRCST, CSPDS, CSPDT or CSPDT-CBSPD certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensures staff follows all infection control policies and decontaminates surgical instruments, power equipment and other medical devices.
• Follows manufacturer recommendations and appropriate use of manual disinfectants.
• Knowledge and use of sterilizers - ultrasonic, washers, cart washers, and high-level disinfection.
• Directs staff on prioritizing workload and coordinates sterilizing schedule to meet instrumentation needs of ORs and clinics.
• Assists departments with pickup of sterilized items and fills out sterilization request forms appropriately.

Skills

Three years surgical instrument exp

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

As our Sterile Processing Tech Lead at Arizona General Hospital - Mesa, you will play a critical role by ensuring the highest standards of sterile processing for surgical instruments and medical devices. You will oversee decontamination, assembly, preparation, and packaging for all sterilization and high-level disinfection methods. This leadership position involves maintaining stringent quality control records, managing biological monitoring systems, and acting as a relief lead in the Supervisor's absence, providing direction to team members and working as a vital liaison between CSSD, ORs, and nursing units, ensuring all instrumentation and implant needs are met.

Every day you will meticulously decontaminate, assemble, and prepare surgical instruments, power equipment, and other medical devices according to manufacturer recommendations and infection control policies. You will coordinate the sterilizing schedule to meet the demanding instrumentation needs of all ORs and clinics, ensuring timely delivery. Your daily tasks will also include troubleshooting minor sterilizer issues, analyzing mechanical printouts to verify sterilization parameters, utilizing an instrument tracking system, and managing implant inventory, including ordering and restocking, all while adhering to the highest standards of sterile processing regulations.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional ability to follow instructions, analyze data, coordinate tasks, and manage workload efficiently. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, along with a deep understanding of sterilizing policies and regulations. Your ethical approach, professionalism, and ability to troubleshoot and prioritize in a fast-paced environment will be key to success in this essential Sterile Processing leadership role.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

• Ensures staff follows all infection control policies. Decontaminates surgical instruments, power equipment and other medical devices
• Follows manufacturer recommendations. Appropriate use of manual disinfectants
• Knowledge and use of sterilizers - ultrasonic, Washers, Cart Washer, and high level disinfection
• Gives direction to staff on prioritizing workload. Coordinates sterilizing schedule to meet the instrumentation needs of all ORs and clinics
• Assists departments picking up sterilized items and fills out the sterilization request forms appropriately

Benefits

Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.

Job Requirements

• Job Requirements* Required
• Three (3) years surgical instrument experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• One of the following certifications: CRCST, CSPDS, CSPDT or CSPDT-CBSPD

Preferred

• Completion of a surgical instrument technician program

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness

At AZ General Hospital Mesa, you're not just joining a team – you're becoming a vital part of a community's well-being. As a 50-bed non-profit facility, we're dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare to Mesa and its surrounding communities. Every day, you'll see the direct impact of your work, whether it's comforting a patient, collaborating with a colleague, or innovating solutions that improve lives.

Our commitment to excellence is further strengthened through our close collaboration with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, expanding our capabilities and offering a broader spectrum of patient care experiences and professional development opportunities.

But your impact extends even further. We are a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network means unparalleled opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference on a grander scale, impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

If you are driven by a commitment to social justice, passionate about health equity, and eager to contribute to new, innovative ways of delivering care within a highly collaborative environment, then look no further.

This isn't just a job; it's a calling, and you belong right here with us. Come build a fulfilling career where your values align with your work, and your contribution truly matters.

At AZ General Hospital Mesa, you're not just joining a team – you're becoming a vital part of a community's well-being. As a 50-bed non-profit facility, we're dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare to Mesa and its surrounding communities. Every day, you'll see the direct impact of your work, whether it's comforting a patient, collaborating with a colleague, or innovating solutions that improve lives.

Our commitment to excellence is further strengthened through our close collaboration with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, expanding our capabilities and offering a broader spectrum of patient care experiences and professional development opportunities.

But your impact extends even further. We are a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network means unparalleled opportunities for growth, learning, and making a difference on a grander scale, impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

If you are driven by a commitment to social justice, passionate about health equity, and eager to contribute to new, innovative ways of delivering care within a highly collaborative environment, then look no further.

This isn't just a job; it's a calling, and you belong right here with us. Come build a fulfilling career where your values align with your work, and your contribution truly matters.

Pay Range

$19.96 - $28.19 /hour