Sterile Processing Technician Lead

None; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Technician Lead to oversee the sterilization of medical equipment and instruments. This critical role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, managing decontamination procedures, and addressing any sterilization malfunctions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sterile processing, with at least three years of experience and relevant certifications. Join a team that values diversity and strives to provide quality patient care in a welcoming environment. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in healthcare.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in Sterile Processing or a related field required.
• Certification as CRCST or CSPDT is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supports sterilizing instrument sets and trays for safe patient care.
• Maintains inventory and ensures compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

Sterilization Procedures

Decontamination Procedures

Inventory Management

Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sterilization Equipment

Cleaning Supplies

Job description

The Sterile Processing Technician Lead supports with properly sterilizing medical equipment and instruments in order to comply with safety standards and provide quality patient care. This role also ensures that decontamination procedures follow appropriate policies, that any sterilization malfunctions are reported effectively, and that any instruments found to be defective or broken are removed.

Responsibilities:

1. Supports with sterilizing instrument sets, trays, and packaged items correctly in order to ensure safe patient care.
2. Participates in cleaning and decontaminating instruments and equipment according to department policies and manufacturer's recommendations while using standard precautions procedures to ensure safety.
3. Assembles instruments in accordance with sterilization requirements and inspects instruments for any defective/broken or missing components and replaces as needed.
4. Assembles, wraps and sterilizes instrument sets and trays following inventory list maintaining accuracy and quality control.
5. Uses standard precautions in handling contaminated items or instruments and applies hazardous waste policies as needed.
6. Analyzes and records results of sterilization with every cycle completely and accurately to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
7. Maintains adequate inventory of instruments, supplies, and equipment in order to monitor supply expiration dates.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

Required: 3 years of experience in Sterile Processing or a related field

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:

Required: Will accept any one of the following credentials: Certified Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) or Sterile Processing Technician (CSPDT)

Equal Opportunity Employer At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment choices are based on each individual's qualifications, skills and performance. We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.