Job Title: Sterile Processing Coordinator
Department: Sterile Processing
Location: Near Modesto, CA 95350
Schedule:
Full-Time
40 hours per week
8 hours per day
5 days per week
The Sterile Processing Coordinator oversees day-to-day sterile processing operations to ensure efficient workflows, regulatory compliance, and high-quality outcomes. This role leads and supports a team of Sterile Processing Technicians, ensuring surgical instruments and equipment are cleaned, assembled, sterilized, and distributed in accordance with established standards. The Coordinator promotes a safe, compliant, and productive work environment while supporting operational goals.
Supervise Sterile Processing Technicians and coordinate shift assignments to ensure adequate coverage and workflow continuity.
Monitor all aspects of decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments.
Ensure compliance with ANSI/AAMI standards, manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFUs), OSHA requirements, and internal SOPs.
Perform and review quality assurance audits and ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
Train, mentor, and support SPD staff with competencies and professional development.
Coordinate equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting with maintenance teams.
Partner with site leadership on scheduling, timekeeping, and operational objectives.
Collaborate with clinical and ancillary departments to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments.
Promote safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance across all operations.
Address customer service feedback and resolve concerns effectively.
Assist with supply inventory management and reordering processes.
Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and KPI monitoring.
Provide direct supervision of all sterile processing staff during assigned shifts.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Minimum 3 years of sterile processing experience.
At least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role within healthcare or manufacturing environments.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
In-depth knowledge of sterilization standards, infection control practices, and OSHA regulations.
Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with medical device reprocessing and surgical instrumentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and electronic timekeeping systems.
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to motivate and support staff.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
College degree or 3+ years of leadership experience (preferred)
Certifications:
CRCST – Certified Registered Central Service Technician (required)
CIS – Certified Instrument Specialist (preferred)
HSPA-CHL – Healthcare Leadership Certification (preferred)
For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.