Sterile Processing Tech/Supervisor

Supervisor Sterile Processing Loxahatchee, FL

HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is a 204-bed facility in Palm Beach County. We offer preventative and elective programs and surgeries. We are an Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Primary Stroke Center. HCA Florida Palms West Hospital has emergency services, a dedicated New Life Center and a Level II NICU. We have a full-service Children’s Hospital. Services include outpatient rehabilitation, an aquatics center, orthopedic spine center, robotics, and interventional radiology. HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is located on a 94-acre campus in Palm Beach County. The surrounding areas include Wellington, Royal Palm Beach and Loxahatchee. Wellington is known for its parks and quality schools. Royal Palm Beach and Loxahatchee are known for their large acreage parcels, new homes, and equestrian community. We invite you to explore career opportunities with us at HCA Florida Palms West Hospital. Join our team of top healthcare professionals while enjoying all Palm Beach County has to offer.

Job Summary and Qualifications

A Sterile Processing Supervisor oversees the decontamination, cleaning, assembly, and sterilization of medical instruments and equipment to ensure patient safety. Key responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, implementing quality control, and training new personnel. Strong leadership, technical knowledge of sterilization processes, and adherence to infection control standards are essential for this role.

Core Responsibilities

• Staff and workflow management
• Oversee quality control procedures and perform/validate sterilization tests
• Training and development
• Compliance including those from organizations like the Joint Commission (JC), OSHA, CDC, and AAMI.
• Instrument and equipment management
• Collaboration

Job Qualifications

A Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or equivalent certification is required. Experience: Previous experience in sterile processing is necessary, often with a minimum of 2-3 years. Technical knowledge: In-depth knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control, and automated sterilization systems is critical. Leadership and communication: Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills are crucial for managing a team and coordinating with other hospital staff. High School Graduate / GED