Sterile Processing Coordinator

Houston Methodist is seeking an energetic and organized Sterile Processing Coordinator to join our team. This critical role is responsible for ensuring efficient and safe sterile processing operations throughout the institution. The Sterile Processing Coordinator will lead the team in the cleaning, sterilizing, and distributing of surgical instruments and equipment.The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in a healthcare setting and knowledge of the principles and techniques of sterile processing. They must have superior communication and organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. A strong commitment to patient care, safety, and confidentiality is a must.If you have a passion for providing quality healthcare services and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to join Houston Methodist and make a positive impact on our patients’ lives.

Responsibilities:

1. Organize daily operations of the sterile processing department
2. Ensure all instruments and equipment are cleaned, sterilized, and distributed according to established protocols
3. Train and supervise sterile processing staff
4. Ensure compliance with all safety protocols and regulations
5. Maintain accurate inventory of sterile processing supplies
6. Collaborate with other departments regarding sterile processing procedures
7. Monitor performance of staff and provide feedback
8. Ensure all patient care is confidential
9. Troubleshoot any issues with sterile processing equipment
10. Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives for the sterile processing department

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Sterile Processing Coordinator in Sugar Land, TX, USA is between $37,000 and $60,000. This range can vary depending on experience, education, and other factors.

Houston Methodist Hospital is the flagship quaternary care hospital of Houston Methodist academic medical center. Located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, Houston Methodist Hospital was established in 1919 during the height of the Spanish influenza epidemic as an outreach ministry of Methodist Episcopal Church. Houston Methodist comprises eight hospitals, an academic institute, a primary care group, and more than 300 locations throughout greater Houston. The hospital has consistently ranked as "One of America's Best Hospitals" according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital has earned worldwide recognition in multiple specialties including cardiovascular surgery, cancer, epilepsy treatment and organ transplantation. Houston Methodist System changed its official name to Houston Methodist in 2013.