Lead Central Service Technician

## **Employment Type:** Full time ## **Shift:** Day Shift # **Description:** ### Lead Central Service Technician **Make an impact by leading critical sterile processing operations that support safe, high-quality patient care.** The Lead Central Service Technician provides day-to-day leadership within the Central Sterile Processing Department (CSPD), coordinating workflow, supporting team members, and ensuring the effective sterilization, preparation, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment. Key Responsibilities - Lead daily CSPD operations and coordinate work assignments to support surgical schedules and department priorities. - Monitor instrument availability, identify missing or damaged instrumentation, and recommend replacements. - Ensure appropriate staffing and workload distribution to meet operational needs. - Coordinate surgical case cart preparation and supply management to support procedural readiness. - Monitor sterilization processes, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with regulatory and departmental standards. - Provide guidance, training, and support to team members while promoting excellent customer service. - Assist leadership with staff development, performance feedback, competencies, process improvement initiatives, and Lean/JIS activities. - Participate in inventory management, budget planning, value analysis, and cost-containment efforts. Minimum Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED required. - Graduate of a Certified Sterile Processing Technician program or equivalent experience preferred. - Current Certified Sterile Processing Technician (CSPT/CBSPD) certification required, or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire. - Minimum of five (5) years of sterile processing experience **or** two (2) years of experience as a Certified Sterile Processing Technician. - Strong leadership, communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills. - Basic computer, data entry, and clerical skills required. Why Join Us? - Lead a highly skilled team supporting surgical and patient care services. - Contribute to process improvement and operational excellence initiatives. - Work in a collaborative healthcare environment dedicated to quality, safety, and service excellence. **Apply today to advance your sterile processing career and help ensure the highest standards of patient care and surgical readiness.** **Our Commitment** Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.