Sterile Processing Tech Supervisor

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Location Aurora

Position Type Regular

Regular / Temporary Regular

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Job Overview

The Instrument / Sterile Processing Technician Supervisor provides support and leadership related to the cleaning of equipment and sterilization of instruments. The Supervisor is responsible and accountable for coordinating and planning workflow and other activities. In addition, the supervisor, decontaminates, prepares and maintains surgical instruments and equipment; prepares performance evaluations and disciplinary actions; provides cleaning, reprocessing and sterilization services to Surgical Services and all patient care areas.

Job Information :

Department : Decontamination

Job Status : Fulltime

Shift : Evening

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises daily operations of the Sterile Processing department, providing oversight and direction to staff while serving as the primary liaison to department leadership.
• Oversees case cart management, ensuring surgical service preference cards are accurately pulled and prepared for OR and Procedure Center cases.
• Ensures timely processing and distribution of essential equipment, monitoring inventory to maintain appropriate par levels across all units.
• Directs and performs decontamination processes for durable medical equipment and surgical instruments, ensuring adherence to infection prevention standards.
• Manages sterilization workflows, ensuring the proper use of various sterilization methods in compliance with regulatory and manufacturer guidelines.
• Leads onboarding and training of new staff, serving as a mentor and resource for Sterile Processing best practices.
• Represents the department on organizational and interdepartmental committees and contributes to assigned projects.
• Promotes continuous learning and professional development, ensuring staff maintain required certifications and stay current on advancements in Sterile Processing and instrument technology.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED

Minimum Experience Required : Three (3) years of sterile processing, surgical instrument or instrument technician experience.

Two years of surgical technologist experience may substitute for the three years of sterile processing, surgical instrument or instrument technician experience.

Licenses & Certifications

Certified Registered Central Service Technician - CBSPD Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CSPM) or IAHCSMM Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

Salary Information

Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

Hourly Range : $27.25 to $40.88

Benefits Information

Here, you matter. As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career.

As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.

Children's Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year.

EEO Statement

It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

Colorado Residents : In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.