Sterile Processing Coordinator

Sterile Processing Coordinator

Long Beach, CA 90805

• 2nd Shift- 3pm-11:30pm
• Contract-to-Hire

Note: MUST be legally authorized to work in the United States.

THE POSITION:

• The Sterile Processing Coordinator oversees the day-to-day operations of sterile processing to ensure efficient workflow, regulatory compliance, and high-quality outcomes. This position leads a team of technicians to ensure that surgical instruments and equipment are cleaned, assembled, and sterilized according to standards, while maintaining a safe and productive work environment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise sterile processing technicians and coordinate shift assignments to ensure adequate coverage and workflow
• Monitor the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments
• Oversee compliance with ANSI/AAMI standards, IFUs, and internal SOPs
• Perform and review quality assurance audits and ensure documentation is complete and accurate
• Train and mentor SPD staff, supporting professional development and competencies
• Manage equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting in coordination with maintenance teams
• Collaborate with site leadership on timekeeping, scheduling, and operational goals
• Work closely with other departments to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments
• Promote safety, regulatory compliance, and infection control in all aspects of operations
• Communicate customer service feedback and respond to concerns effectively
• Assist in supply inventory management and reorder processes
• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and the monitoring of KPIs
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Direct supervision of all sterile processing staff during assigned shift

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Certification in sterile processing, CRCST

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

• Certification in sterile processing, CIS
• Healthcare leadership certification, HSPA-CHL

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are an organization that values diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including minorities and persons with disabilities.

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