Sterile Processing Tech Team Lead
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Sterile Processing Supervisor

Job Overview

• Travel/contract role in Charleston, South Carolina
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Day shift: 3x12s, Friday–Sunday, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM
• Holiday rotation required
• May float within scope and may be moved to other campuses as needed
• Level I Trauma Center
• Teaching facility
• Magnet hospital

Required Qualifications

• Sterile Processing Technician (3 years of experience)
• Sterile Processing Technician experience within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• CBSPD or CRCST
• Experience in Supervisory roles

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with electronic instrument tracking systems
• Experience with neuro, GU, robotics, ENT, ortho, transplant, and GYN cases

Work Expectations

• Supervise sterile processing staff across decontamination, prep/pack, sterilization, case carts, and sterile storage
• Provide daily staff assignments based on workload and case volume
• Oversee instrument tracking, documentation accuracy, and inventory control
• Coordinate daily sterile processing operations and troubleshoot workflow, equipment, and instrument issues
• Audit tray assembly, count sheets, peel packs, and labeling
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and service recovery efforts
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and universal precautions

Scheduling and Assignment Details

• Weekend requirement: no
• Floating to sister facilities: yes
• Local candidates accepted case-by-case within 60 miles
• All requested time off must be submitted at time of application
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• First-time travelers not accepted

Compliance and Pre-Start Requirements

• Proof of 2 clinical references
• Complete application/resume
• Skills checklist for applicable unit
• Annual background check
• Education verification required
• Physical assessment for sterile processors required
• Annual physical exam
• Fit test within 90 days of start and annually thereafter
• Tdap required within 10 years of start or declination
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray required within 90 days of start
• Annual TB questionnaire
• Drug screen required within 90 days of start
• CBC and CMP required for sterile processing techs
• COVID vaccination documentation or declination form required if not vaccinated
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
• South Carolina state exclusion list required
• Work history verification required

Additional Notes

• Parking is available for nights and weekends for a one-time $20 pass
• Travelers are assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season