Posted 29 Sep 2026 (39 days ago) · Job 45183 · Read from the employer's Workday site, last checked 7 Nov 2026, 14:42 UTC

Sterile Processing Instrument Lead

Mercy · Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas

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Full time
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On-site
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['high school', 'professional certificate']

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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting

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  • High school diploma or equivalentrequired

    High school graduate or equivalentfrom the posting

  • Sterile Processing experiencerequired

    Minimum 18 months experience in Sterile Processing or 1600 hours of hands-on experiencefrom the posting

  • CRCST or CSPDT Certificationrequired

    Maintain CRCST or CSPDT Certification through HSPA or CBSPDfrom the posting

  • Basic computer skillsrequired

    Basic computer skillsfrom the posting

  • Preceptor Workshop completionrequired

    PROF062- Preceptor Workshop & PROF358- Preceptor Workshop Pre-course Curriculum completion within 6 monthsfrom the posting

  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) userequired

    Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)from the posting

  • Equipment operationrequired

    Must be able to operate equipmentfrom the posting

  • Following directionsrequired

    Must be able to follow directionsfrom the posting

  • Interpersonal communicationrequired

    Must interact with staff and co-workers across a diverse range of disciplinesfrom the posting

  • CIS, CER, or CHL Certificationpreferred

    Recommend obtaining additional Sterile Processing Certifications of CIS, CER &/or CHLfrom the posting

Read the full posting as the employer wrote it

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician Lead, under general supervision follows robust processes in Decontamination, Processing and Sterilization by cleaning instruments and equipment ensuring that all items are free of any bioburden, inspecting, function testing and assembling instruments and equipment for High Level Disinfection or Sterilization. The Sterile Processing Technician always follows the Manufacturer's Instructions for Use in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection & Sterilization as well as Department and Hospital Processes and Policies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able accurately maintain the required documentation on written logs and/or computer systems. Documentation includes processes in Decontamination, Processing, High Level Disinfection or Sterilization as well as Sterile Processing Department Equipment. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician must be able to prioritize instrumentation for processing, answer telephones and dispatch instrumentation, equipment and supplies. The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician performs their duties in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values, and Mercy Service Standards. Performs other duties as assigned

Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school graduate or equivalent
Experience: Minimum 18 months experience in Sterile Processing or 1600 hours of hands-on experience in Sterile Processing.
Certifications: Maintain CRCST or CSPDT Certification through HSPA or CBSPD by completing required CEU hours. Recommend obtaining additional Sterile Processing Certifications of CIS, CER &/or CHL.
Other: PROF062- Preceptor Workshop & PROF358- Preceptor Workshop Pre-course Curriculum completion within 6 months of hire.
Basic computer skills
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
Must interact with staff and co-workers across a diverse range of disciplines.
Must be able to follow directions.
Must be able to operate equipment.


The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job. Most physical demands are below:
Frequent: high/mid/low level lift of items weighing around 25 pounds
Frequent: hand coordination

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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