Central Sterile Supervisor

Salem Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is hiring for a Sterile Processing Supervisor to lead daily operations in the sterile processing area. You will supervise staff, manage scheduling, and ensure safe, compliant processing in alignment with department goals.

The role emphasizes quality, infection prevention, regulatory compliance, and coordination with Operating Room teams to maintain procedural readiness and patient care standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Central Sterile Technician 2–3 years required.
• Knowledge of sterilization procedures and aseptic technique.
• Familiarity with materials management regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily sterile processing operations, including staffing and scheduling.
• Ensures quality, safety, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversees workflow between Sterile Processing, OR, and other areas.
• Monitors team productivity and operational performance.
• Oversees inventory management and instrument handling.
• Directly supervises staff, coaching and staffing decisions.
• Participates in audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Handles timekeeping and departmental administrative tasks.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CRCST certification preferred

CSP certification preferred

CER certification preferred

CIS certification preferred

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Responsible for direct supervision of sterile processing staff and daily operational execution across assigned areas or shifts. Accountable for team performance, staffing, workflow management, and ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant sterile processing operations.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions

• Supervises daily sterile processing operations, including staffing support, workflow oversight, scheduling, and operational coordination activities.
• Supports quality, safety, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance standards across sterile processing operations.
• Oversees workflow coordination between Sterile Processing, Operating Room staff, procedural areas, and external clinics as applicable to support procedural readiness and customer service expectations.
• Monitors and ensures team productivity and daily operational performance.
• Oversees inventory management activities to ensure availability and operational readiness.
• Coordinates instrument repair, maintenance, loaner instrumentation, and vendor support activities as applicable.
• Directly supervises staff, including performance management, coaching, and staffing decisions.
• Participates in departmental audits, quality initiatives, workflow improvement activities, and operational planning efforts.
• Supports timekeeping, staffing documentation, operational reporting, and other departmental administrative functions as assigned.
• Accountable for team performance, adherence to quality standards, and daily operational outcomes within the assigned area.

Qualifications

• Education
  High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
  No
• Licenses and Credentials
  Certified Registered Central Service Technician [CRCST] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) preferred Certified Central Processing Tech [CSP] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) preferred C.S.P.D.T - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc preferred Certified Instrument Specialist [CIS] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) preferred Certified Endoscope Reprocessor [CER] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) preferred
• Experience
  Experience as a Central Sterile Technician 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Knowledge of case cart assembly, strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with the regulatory standards of materials management.
• Knowledge of sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and maintenance and care of instruments and equipment.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$32.47 - $47.23/Hourly

Grade

7At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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