Central Sterile Technician Lead

Description IntroductionAre you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Central Sterile Tech Lead opening with St. David's South Austin Medical Center today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.BenefitsSt. David's South Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. We are seeking a Central Sterile Tech Lead for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!Job Summary and QualificationsAs the Sterile Processing Technician Lead, you will take primary responsibility for the cleanliness, operational function, and sterility of surgical instruments. You will provide in-house sterilization of specific supplies and equipment used in the sterile processing departmentYou will retrieve equipment from operating rooms, clean and decontaminate instruments after each case, check instruments for defects, and conduct inventory of each instrument set after casesYou will load, operate, and clean all sterilizers and equipment using biological and chemical controlsYou will prepare and file appropriate documentation for each sterilizer loadYou will perform biological testing of all steam, gas, and chemical methods of sterilization and report biological test resultsYou will monitor sterilization equipment through all phases of operation and use appropriate procedures in the case of a malfunctionYou will report stock shortages to management, order supplies as necessary, and keep supply areas clean and orderlyYou will examine all received supplies for expiration dates, package defects, or any visible damage that may compromise sterilityYou will maintain proper personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the decontamination areaYou will ensure general cleaning of department surface areas, racks, shelves, storage cabinets, and all storage areasJob RequirementsExperience2 years of clinical experience or Sterile Processing experience4 years of experience working with instrumentation and infection control procedures – preferredPrevious experience as a Central Sterile Processing Technician – preferredEducationHigh school graduate or equivalent1 year of college in a related field – preferredLicenses and CertificationsAssociation for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) certification – preferredCertification with International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) – preferredSt. David's South Austin Medical Center, which is part of St. David's HealthCare. We are a 368-bed acute care facility offering a range of complex specialties and sub-specialties. Our services include a nationally accredited oncology program with the area's only adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program; advanced trauma care with a Level II trauma center; comprehensive cardiac, stroke and orthopedic programs; full-service maternity and newborn care; and two full-service emergency centers in the communities of Bee Cave and Bastrop. St. David's South Austin Medical Center is affiliated with the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. We offer advanced robotic services for orthopedics, open heart and lung surgery, complex GI surgery, surgical oncology, general surgery, colorectal surgery, and urology. It was one of the first hospitals in Central Texas to combine the use of CT imaging and robotics to detect early stage lung cancer. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare. Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Central Sterile Tech Lead opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.