Sterile Services Lead Evenings

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Sterile Services Lead to bridge Sterile Processing and the Operating Room, ensuring accurate instrument handling and timely case readiness.

The role leads processing staff, oversees inventory, conducts quality audits, and supports staff training to uphold sterilization standards and high-quality patient care in a dynamic, evening-shift environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sterile processing or surgical services.
• 1-3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques and QA standards.

Responsabilités

• Lead sterile processing staff and oversee workflow.
• Manage supplies inventory across Sterile Processing.
• Oversee instrument decontamination, processing, sterilization, storage.
• Conduct quality audits of instrument assembly.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff.
• Coordinate case cart assembly and delivery.
• Monitor sterilization processes and QA standards.
• Collaborate with Supervisors to implement process improvements.
• Evaluate staff performance and conduct appraisals.
• Respond to complaints with leadership and risk management.

Connaissances

Sterile processing

Staff supervision

Quality audits

Inventory management

Regulatory compliance

Outils

Sterilization equipment

Tracking software

Description du poste

Job Summary

The Sterile Services Lead is responsible for serving as a liaison between Sterile Processing and the Operating Room (OR), ensuring efficient and accurate handling of surgical instrumentation and supplies. This role includes performing quality audits, monitoring instrument availability, resolving instrumentation issues, and supporting staff through training and process improvement. The Lead ensures adherence to sterilization standards and fosters a collaborative environment to achieve high-quality patient care and staff satisfaction.

Essential Functions

• Provides day-to-day leadership and oversight of sterile processing staff, supporting workflow coordination and ensuring adherence to departmental standards.
• Monitors and ensures the management of supplies in all areas of Sterile Processing, maintaining an adequate, cost-effective inventory.
• Oversees the collection, decontamination, processing, sterilization, storage, and distribution of non-disposable instruments and equipment.
• Conducts quality audits to ensure the accuracy of instrument assembly and preparation for surgical cases.
• Serves as a point of contact for Sterile Processing Technicians, providing technical support, guidance, and training to junior staff.
• Coordinates and ensures proper assembly, sterilization, and delivery of case carts, resolving instrumentation issues promptly.
• Monitors sterilization processes, including steam and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards.
• Collaborates with Supervisors and Managers to implement process improvements, address staffing needs, and support employee training initiatives.
• Evaluates and documents staff performance, providing constructive feedback and conducting timely performance appraisals.
• Responds to complaints and resolves issues in consultation with leadership and risk management as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sterile processing or surgical services required
• 1-3 years of leadership or supervisory experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of sterilization techniques, equipment, and quality assurance standards.
• Effective communication and leadership skills to support and guide staff.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve issues promptly in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with inventory management and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Proficient in using sterilization equipment and tracking software.

Licenses and Certifications

• CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician required or
• CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Tech required or
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) required or
• CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist required
• CHL - Certified Healthcare Leader preferred

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Job Info

• Job Identification 168481
• Job Category Supply Chain
• Posting Date 10/20/2026, 01:38 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 10820 Parkside Dr, Knoxville, TN, 37934, US