Lead Sterile Processing Tech. Cert. McAllen
Listed on 2026-01-30
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Healthcare
Healthcare Administration
Responsibilities
Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, high level disinfection, and sterilization. Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment. Completes quality monitoring and documentation. Picks supplies and instruments to prepare case carts for surgery. Performs quality assurance activities. Is responsible for supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds.
Is responsible for mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling of new Sterile Processing Techs. Serves a leader for the department to promote teamwork within the department and with other departments.
Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, One Source).
Skills:
Must be proficient in spoken and written English; ability to interpret manufacturer’s Instructions For Use (IFU).
High School diploma, GED or higher education required;
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) through Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD). Must also obtain additional certifications (Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) through HSPA, or Certified Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS), Certified In Sterile Processing Management (CSPM) through CBSPD) within 24 months of transition to SPD Lead role.
Certifications must be maintained as a term of employment.
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