Sterile Processing Technician Lead

112 North Carolina Baptist Hospital; Bermuda Run (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Advocate Health’s Sterile Processing department seeks a dedicated professional to oversee the sterile cycle, guide SPD staff, and support the Supervisor in maintaining quality and compliance. The role emphasizes safety, collaboration with OR teams, and adherence to policies.

Responsibilities include equipment checks, log maintenance, and participation in departmental projects, with a strong focus on preventing disease spread and ensuring timely case cart management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with two years in Sterile Processing
• Certification as CSPDT or other sterile processing certification is required
• Certification in Sterile Processing Management encouraged within three years of hire

Responsibilities

• 1. Expert in all aspects of the sterile processing cycle and guide SPD employees.
• 2. Assume Sterile Processing Supervisor role when assigned.
• 3. Assist SPD Supervisor in maintaining production by leading SPD staff.
• 4. Assist with case carts management and communicate issues to SPD Supervisor.
• 5. Use strong communication with SPD Supervisor, SPD Liaisons, and OR Clinical Coordinators.
• 6. Ensure equipment functions optimally and report issues to SPD Supervisor or department.
• 7. Assist in maintaining departmental compliance logs.
• 8. Assist SPD Manager with policy implementation and enforcement.
• 9. Assist with special projects and interdepartmental committees as assigned.
• 10. Follow policies to prevent spread of bloodborne and/or airborne diseases.

Skills

Stand for long periods

Lifting up to 25 pounds

Computer literacy (Excel)

PeopleSoft instrument ordering

Education

High School diploma or GED

CSPDT certification

Sterile Processing Management certification encouraged

Tools

Excel

Job description

Department: 37719 Davie Medical Center - Sterile Processing Services

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Hours are Monday -Friday 1300-2130

Pay Range: $22.90 - $34.35

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or GED equivalent with two years' experience in Sterile Processing.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), or other sterile processing certification required.

Certification in Sterile Processing Management strongly encouraged within three years of hire.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 1. Expert in all aspects of the sterile processing cycle and ability to provide guidance and education to SPD employees.


2. 2. Assumes role and responsibilities Sterile Processing Supervisor when assigned.


3. 3. Assists Sterile Processing Supervisor with maintaining department production requirements by leading and directing SPD employees.


4. 4. Assists with case carts management and communicates issues to the Sterile Processing Supervisor.


5. 5. Uses excellent communication skills when discussing instrument needs with Sterile Processing Supervisor, SPD Liaisons, and/or OR Clinical Coordinators.


6. 6. Ensures that all equipment is functioning optimally and report issues to the Sterile Processing Supervisor and/or the appropriate department.


7. 7. Assists the Sterile Processing Supervisor with maintenance of departmental compliance logs.


8. 8. Assists SPD Manager with implementation and enforcement of departmental policies.


9. 9. Assists with special projects and interdepartmental committees as assigned.


10. 10. Protects self, co-workers and facility by following approved policies and procedures to prevent the spread of bloodborne and/or airborne disease(s).

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to stand for long periods


• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds


• Ability to work with computer programs such as Excel and others as needed


• Ability to order instruments via PeopleSoft

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Exposure to hazards associated with bodily fluids and tissue


• Regular exposure to the risk of blood borne diseases


• Exposure to chemical agents used in cleaning


• Exposure to hazards of steam and heat, may be subject to burns


• Loud stressful environment due to equipment and high demands


• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations


• Subject to many interruptions


• Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries


• Exposure to sharp instruments that may cause cuts or abrasions


• Must wear PPE

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum

Our Commitment to You:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more


• Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs.

Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs.

Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it

Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.

Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care