Lead Sterile Processing Technician

Company: Providence Health and Services
Location: Shallowater
Posted on: October 30, 2025

Job Description:

Description Lead Sterile Processing Technician The Lead Sterile Processing Technician performs routine maintenance and preparation of instruments, supplies and equipment requiring decontamination and sterilization in a medical facility, as well as all duties performed by the Sterile Processing Technician I & II. This is the third level of a three-level series. It is distinguished from the lower levels by increased responsibility for the sterilization, assembly, and testing of medical equipment, supplies and instruments. It is distinguished from the higher level by closer supervision and less complex procedures. Coordinates orders, receives stock and distributes materials, supplies and equipment in department. Directs technicians in routine duties and assumes responsibility for department in Supervisor's absence. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Covenant Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Please note the following important details regarding this position: Shift available Full Time, Variable shift This is an onsite position, requiring daily attendance at the designated location. Candidates must reside within commutable distance of the following office location: Texas: Lubbock Must be available to work weekends and holidays as scheduled, based on operational and departmental requirements. Required Qualifications: Coursework/Training: Sterile processing class, training, or vocational education Coursework/Training: Vocational training in Sterile Processing, decontamination/sterilization procedures, supply distribution or related job experience in a hospital, clinic, or medical laboratory. Upon Hire: National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association -OR- National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution -OR- National Certified Instrument Specialist - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association 4 or more years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician with emphasis on instrumentation processing and sterilization 2 or more years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in an acute care center with primary responsibility for instrumentation processing and sterilization Preferred Qualifications: 2 or more years of Covenant Sterile Processing experience Why Join Providence? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits. Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act." About the Team Since 1918, Covenant has been driven by a mission of providing a Christian ministry of healing and caring for the whole person through our integrated health network in West Texas/eastern New Mexico. As an expression of our mission, we believe we hold an important Covenant with our patients and try and treat every interaction as Sacred Encounters. Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are located in the cities of Lubbock, Levelland, Plainview and Hobbs. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, outreach programs, hospice and home care, and even schools for nursing and radiography. Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement. Requsition ID: 397047 Company: Covenant Jobs Job Category: Surgical/Perioperative Services Job Function: Clinical Care Job Schedule: Full time Job Shift: Evening Career Track: Clinical Support Department: 8009 OTHER ADMIN SVC 1 Address: TX Lubbock 3615 19th St Work Location: Covenant Medical Center Workplace Type: On-site Pay Range: $18.16 - $27.79 The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Sterile Processing Specialist, Location:Shallowater, TX-79363

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