Job Summary
The Lead Sterile Processing Technician for the OR Trauma/20 Ancillary Departments plays a crucial role in ensuring that surgical cases, both scheduled and unscheduled, are expertly managed. This position requires a commitment to maintaining a safe and sterile environment for patients, staff, and visitors, and involves overseeing the preparation, sterilization, and management of instrumentation and medical equipment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the surgical case management process for both scheduled and unscheduled procedures.
- Ensure adherence to sterilization protocols and standards of care.
- Maintain the sterile environment while managing instrumentation and medical equipment effectively.
- Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments.
- Provide leadership and support to the sterile processing team.
Qualifications
- Experience in sterile processing with demonstrated leadership capabilities.
- Strong understanding of sterilization methods and infection control practices.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and teamwork orientation.
- Relevant certifications in sterile processing preferred.
