Central Sterile Tech Lead

Overview

Exeter Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a nationally recognized, non-profit community hospital that has been caring for the Seacoast region since 1896. With more than 1,400 employees and 370 affiliated physicians, Exeter Hospital provides comprehensive services across cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, breast health, maternity, and more—all supported by advanced technologies and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care. At Exeter Hospital, you’ll find a close-knit, collaborative environment where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

• Magnet®-recognized hospital known for nursing excellence and quality care
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans beginning on day 1 of employment
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities across Beth Israel Lahey Health
• Free onsite parking
• Strong sense of community and teamwork where your contributions are recognized
• State-of-the-art facilities and advanced technology to support exceptional care
• Located in scenic Exeter, New Hampshire—just minutes from the Seacoast, with easy access to Boston and Portland

• Responsible for the coordination and operational efficiency and quality of decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department.
• Directs others in the absence of the department director.
• Performs all CSS duties as described in the CSS Tech II job profile, including 12 annual continuing education hours.
• Coordinates employee training and orientation, arranges for and oversees preceptors of new employees. Schedules in-services to provide mandatory education for staff. Documents attendance of staff and assures completion of training. Oversees completion of staff annual competencies.
• Communicates with Outpatient Surgical Center to provide adequate coverage.
• Provides direct leadership of all CSS operations in the absence of the manager.
• Provides input into staff evaluations and the reward for results program.
• Assists with the quality management program, Lean Daily Management activities, reporting and statistics for the purpose of improving quality and financial analysis. Proficient in the Instrument Tracking Software. Trains new employees, troubleshoots issues with the vendor.
• Maintains the software dictionaries and produces reports from the software.
• Assists with supply management including ordering of daily supplies from the storeroom, periodic supplies from external vendors, instrument and scope replacement/repair as necessary.
• Assists in interviewing, hiring and onboarding of new staff members with the department director.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of relevant experience
• CRCST Certification or Certified Surgical Technologist
• Strong communication skills and customer service skills
• 5–7 years of experience as a CSS tech II or equivalent preferred
• Organized with attention to detail
• Self-motivated
• Working knowledge of computers
• Rarely lifts up to 50 lbs
• Routinely lifts/carries up to 28 lbs
• Routinely pushes/pulls equipment with up to 25 lbs of force