Certified Sterile Processing Supervisor

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health in Charleston, SC seeks a Certified SPD Supervisor to oversee daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department, coordinating instrument production, case assembly, and decontamination in accordance with policies and regulatory requirements.

The role reports to the Manager of Sterile Processing and provides leadership to staff while serving as a liaison with other departments and participating in quality initiatives to meet organizational goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be certified in sterile processing and as an instrument specialist (IAHCSMM).
• 2+ years of sterile processing experience.
• SPD leadership/management certification to be obtained within 6 months if not held.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily SPD department operations and staff.
• Coordinate instrument production, case assembly, sterilization, and decontamination.
• Ensure compliance with MUSC policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as SPD liaison with other departments and participate in quality initiatives.

Skills

Sterile processing

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

IAHCSMM Sterile Processing Certification

IAHCSMM Instrument Specialist Certification

SPD leadership/management certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Certified SPD Supervisor reports to the Manager, Sterile Processing. Under general supervision of the department manager, the Certified SPD supervisor coordinates and manages the daily activities and operational needs of the department. This position assists the Manager with the overall direction, leadership, and supervision of the staff. This role performs instrument production, case assembly, sterile processing, and decontamination of surgical instruments in compliance with medical center policies and procedures, state, local and federal requirements. This position serves as SPD liaison with other departments. The Certified SPD Supervisor monitors and participates in quality initiatives and assists with accomplishing organizational and department goals/objectives. Supervisors may have supervisory responsibilities at Main, Rutledge Tower, and/or ART Sterile Processing Departments.

Qualifications

Graduate of high school or GED equivalency examination and must be certified and maintain a certification in sterile processing and as an instrument specialist from IAHCSMM. Must have at least 2 years’ experience in sterile processing. Certification in SPD leadership or management from IAHCSMM must be obtained within 6 months if not already held. Possess ability to understand and implement a variety of detailed instructions, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, basic computer skills, work in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure healthcare environment, and leadership, supervisory or management experience preferred.

Required Licensure & Certifications

Must be certified and maintain a certification in sterile processing and as an instrument specialist from IAHCSMM. Certification in SPD leadership or management from IAHCSMM must be obtained within 6 months if not already held.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture
• Standing: Continuous
• Sitting: Continuous
• Walking: Continuous
• Climbing stairs: Infrequent
• Working indoors: Continuous
• Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent
• Working from elevated areas: Frequent
• Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent
• Kneeling: Infrequent
• Bending at the waist: Continuous
• Twisting at the waist: Frequent
• Squatting: Frequent
• Manual Dexterity & Strength
• Pinching operations: Frequent
• Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Reaching overhead: Frequent
• Reaching in all directions: Continuous
• Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous
• Full use of both legs: Continuous
• Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent
• Lifting & Force Requirements
• Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent
• Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent
• Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent
• Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent
• Examples:
• Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force
• Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force
• Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force
• Vision & Sensory
• Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous
• Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous
• Color discrimination: Continuous
• Depth perception: Continuous
• Peripheral vision: Continuous
• Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous
• Tactile sensory function: Continuous
• Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous
• Selected Positions:
• Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
• Respirator use qualification: Continuous
• Work Environment & Conditions
• Effective stress management: Continuous
• Rotating shifts: Frequent
• Overtime as required: Frequent
• Latex-safe environment: Continuous

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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