Sterile Processing Technician Team Lead-Night

Overview: Supervises the sterile processing staff in their technical duties in decontamination, high level disinfection (HLD), sterilization, and storage of instrumentation and equipment used in patient care. Follows regulatory standards, manufacturers instructions At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities: Supervises staff in performance of technical duties including decontamination, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and reprocessing of reusable patient care items. Assists with inventory maintenance of sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies, supporting safe and efficient patient care. Follows regulatory governing standards and practices for HLD/sterilization, ensuring safe processing, handling, transport, and storage of patient care secretary/clerical functions. Follows regulatory and industry standards ensuring maintenance of a safe environment while promoting efficiency of diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years experience Experience in OR sterile processing or Central Sterile reprocessing Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Required Upon Hire Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) or Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) or Certified Endoscope Reprocesser (CER) within 2 years of hire Required Starting PayOur pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $23.02/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience. EEO Employer/Disabled/VetChildren's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.