Lead Sterile Processing Technician

Lead Sterile Processing Technician (Operations Coordinator) South Shore Health, Weymouth, MA At South Shore Health, we come together to improve the health of our family, friends, and neighbors by delivering exceptional care in every setting. We are seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Technician (Operations Coordinator) to support the Central Sterile Processing Department (SPD). In this role, you’ll coordinate departmental workflow, support staff development, and ensure quality, safety, and operational excellence across all sterile processing functions. This position offers leadership opportunities, hands‑on involvement, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to support high‑quality patient care. Responsibilities Coordinate daily workflow, staff assignments, and department operations to ensure efficiency, quality outcomes, and timely delivery of equipment and case carts Lead Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities, including documentation and monitoring of mechanical, chemical, and biological sterilization controls, and ensuring compliance with QA standards Oversee sterilization processes, equipment functionality, and staff performance; verify completion of required documentation (e.g., sterilizer printouts, HLD logs, biological monitoring) and take corrective action as needed Train, orient, and educate staff across all sterile processing functions (decontamination, instrument assembly, sterilization, high‑level disinfection, and cart assembly) under CPD Manager guidance Collaborate with OR teams, service line coordinators, and other departments to ensure equipment readiness, resolve operational issues, and maintain continuity of care Support inventory management, safety compliance (CDC guidelines, Universal Precautions, PPE, SDS), staff development, and departmental initiatives including meetings, reporting, and process improvement Qualifications High School Diploma and valid Driver’s License required; CRCST certification preferred (must obtain if not currently certified) 3–5 years of sterile processing/central services experience in an acute care hospital setting required; 1–2 years of supervisory experience preferred Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation, aseptic techniques, sterilization processes, case cart assembly and equipment handling, and ability to ensure compliance with safety standards, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements Proven leadership ability with strong communication, teamwork, problem‑solving, and customer service skills Proficiency with computer systems, including electronic tracking systems, documentation tools, and scheduling software EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr