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The Sterile Processing Team Leader acts as the liaison between the operating room and Sterile Processing Department (SPD), ensuring appropriate and continuous delivery of instrumentation to provide a seamless throughput of the daily surgical schedule.

A day in the life of a Sterile Processing Team Leader at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

 

1. Knowledge of Sterile Processing timeframes and procedures.
2. Completes all case cart checklists and ensures the daily delivery of instruments and supplies to the operating rooms.
3. Communication with Operating Room (OR) leadership and OR Service Line Coordinators. 
4. Communicates with vendors and enforces policies regarding timely delivery of loaner instruments for scheduled cases.
5. Maintains continuous monitoring of the OR schedule throughout the shift for any additional cases and/or cancellations and assures that instrumentation is available.
6. Participates in the daily scheduling huddle for communication and information on instrumentation and loaners that are needed for the next day.
7. Completes daily checks of all consigned case carts and peel pack bins for appropriate par levels.
8. Monitors that instrument count sheets are being completed, signed and sent back with trays to Sterile Processing Department daily.
9. Monitors for broken instrumentation and maintains repair logs.
10. Lifts a minimum of 30 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of length of shift.
11. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
12. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
2. A minimum of one year of experience in a multi service line operating room.
3. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
5. Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

 

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

1. Proven Leadership ability.
2. Knowledge of patient care equipment, proper cleaning and disinfection techniques, and medical instrumentation and supplies.
3. Established ability to multitask and perform detailed work in a face paced environment.
4. Good communication skills.

 

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. National Certification: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPDT).

 

Working Conditions:

Lifts a minimum of 30 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of length of shift.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Minimum rate of $25.38 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.


Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.