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.
Perks and Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA) and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities, including support toward IAHCSMM or CBSPD certification
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
- Note: benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and location
Practice Highlights
- 479-bed full-service hospital with a broad surgical services platform, including a dedicated Center for Robotic Surgery
- Coordinator carries full shift-level accountability: quality and accuracy of work produced, end-of-shift reporting, and overall department status
- Assumes supervisory oversight of the sterile processing department in the absence of the supervisor
- Coordinates all task-based sterile processing activities across the department during assigned shift
- Responsible for identifying and escalating supply, equipment, and procedural issues to the sterile processing supervisor or manager
- 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
- Hospital recognized for quality of care by UnitedHealthcare, CIGNA, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Aetna
- Joint Commission accredited; serves as a University of Tennessee academic training site for surgical, family practice, and psychiatric residents
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 1 year of sterile processing experience required
- BLS certification required
- 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
- At least 1 year of prior charge, supervisory, or management experience in sterile processing preferred
About the Community
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.