<p>Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis is recruiting a Sterile Processing Coordinator to lead day-to-day operations within its central sterile processing department at this 479-bed, full-service academic medical center in Memphis, Tennessee. This coordinator-level role carries shift-level oversight responsibility and sits within a hospital recognized by major national insurers for quality of care, Joint Commission accredited, and affiliated with the University of Tennessee as a surgical, family practice, and psychiatric residency training site. The position offers a direct path to formal IAHCSMM or CBSPD certification for candidates who are not yet credentialed.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA) and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Career development and continuing education opportunities, including support toward IAHCSMM or CBSPD certification</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance</li> <li>Note: benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and location</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>479-bed full-service hospital with a broad surgical services platform, including a dedicated Center for Robotic Surgery</li> <li>Coordinator carries full shift-level accountability: quality and accuracy of work produced, end-of-shift reporting, and overall department status</li> <li>Assumes supervisory oversight of the sterile processing department in the absence of the supervisor</li> <li>Coordinates all task-based sterile processing activities across the department during assigned shift</li> <li>Responsible for identifying and escalating supply, equipment, and procedural issues to the sterile processing supervisor or manager</li> <li>Operates within a multi-specialty surgical environment supporting Centers of Excellence in Joint and Spine, Heart and Vascular, Surgical Weight Loss, Cancer, and Diabetes services</li> <li>Hospital recognized for quality of care by UnitedHealthcare, CIGNA, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Aetna</li> <li>Joint Commission accredited; serves as a University of Tennessee academic training site for surgical, family practice, and psychiatric residents</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent required</li> <li>Minimum 1 year of sterile processing experience required</li> <li>BLS certification required</li> <li>IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) certification required within 6 months of hire; current certification at time of hire is preferred</li> <li>At least 1 year of prior charge, supervisory, or management experience in sterile processing preferred</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Memphis, Tennessee sits on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River and offers a compelling combination of cultural richness, affordability, and Southern hospitality. The city is home to world-renowned music heritage, a vibrant food scene, and major attractions including Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum, and Shelby Farms Park — one of the largest urban parks in the country. Memphis provides a low cost of living relative to most major metros, strong public and private school options, and easy access to the broader Mid-South region, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking career growth without sacrificing quality of life.</p>