Team Leader, Sterile Processing

Community Health System

Fresno, California

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Community Support, Diversity, HSPA (High Speed Packet Access), High Reliability, High School Diploma, Hospital, Instrumentation, Inventory Management, Leadership, Needs Assessment, Patient Safety, Quality Control, Quality of Care, Scholarship, Sterilization, Surgical Supplies, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Tuition Reimbursement
LOCATION
Fresno, California
POSTED
6 days ago
Overview:

Opportunities for you!  

  • Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek 
  • Free Continuing Education and certification 
  • Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships 
  • Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority 
  • Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions 
  • Great food options with on-demand ordering 
  • Free parking and electric charging 

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. 

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page. 

Responsibilities:

As a Team Leader, Sterile Processing at Community Regional Medical Center, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and effective sterilization of surgical supplies used across the operating room and multiple hospital departments. This position oversees decontamination, preparation and sterilization of surgical instrumentation using approved methods, while maintaining productivity and performance standards. You will coordinate daily workflow, assign technician responsibilities, manage supply inventory, support quality control inspections and partner with the manager or supervisor on communication, evaluations and departmental needs. 

You will join a dedicated, mission-driven team that values collaboration, accountability and patient safety above all else. The sterile processing department works closely with surgical staff in a fast-paced, high-reliability environment where teamwork and clear communication are essential. Community fosters a supportive workplace that encourages professional growth, leadership development and pride in delivering high-quality care to the community. 

Qualifications:

Education & Experience  

  • High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE), or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required 
  • 3 years of experience in a hospital Sterile Processing department required 

Licenses and Certifications 

  • CRCST - Certified Registered Central Services Technician Certification from HSPA required or 
  • CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician Certification from CBSPD required 

 

Disclaimers:

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.

About the Company

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Community Health System

Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Inland Empire Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC).

As such, services are offered to the neediest in each community - the un-insured and under-insured, the working poor, those with limited ability to pay, the homeless, and the indigent. Services are provided at discounted (sliding fee scale) rates for those who qualify based on gross annual income and family size.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1985
WEBSITE
http://www.chs.net/