The Sterile Processing Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the Sterile Processing Department to ensure consistent, high-quality performance across all shifts. This role focuses on maintaining compliance, ensuring reliable instrument availability aligned with surgical schedules, improving operational efficiency, and fostering a professional and supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department across all shifts.
Ensure consistent availability of sterile instruments to support surgical schedules.
Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and ensure audit readiness at all times.
Lead and develop supervisors to ensure disciplined and accountable shift operations.
Monitor and improve department performance, quality, and efficiency metrics.
Manage staffing models to support operational needs and productivity goals.
Promote infection control standards and best practices in sterile processing.
Foster a professional, supportive, and engaging work environment for team members.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team performance and engagement.
Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to established procedures and protocols.
Required Qualifications
CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certification.
Minimum 5 years of experience in sterile processing.
Minimum 3 years of leadership experience with multi-shift accountability.
Strong knowledge of sterile processing regulations and infection control standards.
Experience managing staffing models, operational metrics, and department performance.
Proven ability to lead supervisors or frontline leaders.
Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
Ability to build accountability while maintaining a positive and engaged team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader) or CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist) certification.
Experience working in high-volume, high-acuity surgical environments.