Sterile Processing Technician Lead

Sutter Health; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Union presence

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a Sterile Processing professional at SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital. The role oversees sterilization and instrument care, directing staff, and enforcing procedures to meet quality and regulatory standards.

You will ensure timely delivery of decontamination services, maintain equipment, and support department workflows in line with best practices. Strong attention to PHI privacy and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Oversee sterilization and care of surgical instruments.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Be able to interpret various data and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operation of sterilization and instrument care.
• Directs staffing and work assignments; enforces procedures.
• Maintains quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Supports department through setup, testing and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Sterilization knowledge

Attention to detail

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Time management

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

PHI privacy

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital

Position Overview:

Oversees, organizes and coordinates the overall operation of sterilization and care of surgical instruments, including staffing and work assignments. Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen quality assurance. Ensures the timely delivery of assessments and oversees the efficient maintenance and decontamination of all equipment. Works independently and supports the functionality of the department by disinfecting and distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Ensures treatment is provided in a manner consistent with best practices, accreditation standards and State and Federal regulations.

Job Description

EDUCATION:

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 4 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Demonstrated expertise of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• Broad knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve department objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work autonomously, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve complex issues that may arise in the department.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift:

Varied

Schedule:

Part Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed, Once a Month

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

28

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $33.27 to $40.50 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position’s primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.