Sterile Processing Technician

Opportunity:

Sterile Processing Tech - Sterile Processing Tech; Sterile Processing Supervisor

Job Details:

• 5x8 hour shifts, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with holiday rotation
• No weekend requirement
• Will float between Main SPD and CSC depending on needs of the units; may also be required to float or be permanently switched to CSC, Main, or West Campus
• Floating to sister facilities required
• Guaranteed hours: facility is allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Minimum of three (3) years of sterile processing experience required
• Prior leadership experience required
• Travel experience required
• First-time travelers not accepted
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Experience in sterilization, decontamination, and assembly/wrap required
• Preferred case experience: Neuro, GU, Robotics, ENT, Ortho, Transplant, and GYN
• Required certifications: CBSPD and/or CRCST (HSPA)
• Advanced certification (CIS, CER, CHL) preferred
• BLS not required
• Familiarity with electronic instrument tracking systems preferred
• Directly supervise Lead Technicians and Sterile Processing Technicians (I, II, III) and Non-Certified Technicians across all SPD work areas including decontamination, prep/pack, sterilization, case carts, and sterile storage
• Provide daily staff assignments based on workload, case volume, and departmental priorities
• Oversee instrument tracking systems, documentation accuracy, and inventory control
• Collaborate with Educator/Manager on orientation and training plans
• Coordinate daily SPD operations to meet surgical and procedural case demands
• Monitor tray turnaround times, instrument availability, and case cart readiness
• Troubleshoot equipment, instrument, and workflow issues in real time
• Ensure proper segregation of clean/dirty workflows and adherence to infection prevention practices
• Ensure compliance with AAMI ST79, AORN guidelines, CDC recommendations, and regulatory standards
• Audit tray assembly accuracy, count sheets, peel packs, and labeling requirements
• Address service concerns and implement service recovery when needed
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings related to instrumentation, workflow, and quality initiatives
• Monitor adherence to infection control, safety, and universal precautions across the department
• Organize, store, and distribute instruments, trays, and equipment to ensure availability
• Prepare instrument trays and equipment for sterilization processes
• Perform decontamination and sterilization of instruments, medical supplies, and equipment