Chief of Sterile Processing & High-Level Disinfection

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 123,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation reimbursement

Employer-paid medical coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Director of High Level Disinfection and Sterilization to lead enterprise-wide HLD and sterilization programs across the Texas Medical Center and regional sites.

The role requires extensive expertise in disinfection, sterilization, infection prevention, and accreditation readiness, with responsibilities spanning education, workforce development, and operational excellence. On-site presence at Houston campuses is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare or business field is required.
• Master's degree in healthcare is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide High Level Disinfection (HLD) and sterilization programs across multiple locations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and infection prevention standards.
• Develop education, workforce development, and career pathways for SPD/HLD teams.
• Oversee space and equipment planning for HLD/sterilization across campuses.
• Report to executive leadership on trends, risks, and best practices.
• Ensure Joint Commission readiness and safety in HLD and sterilization operations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or healthcare discipline

Master's Degree Healthcare discipline

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Director of High Level Disinfection and Sterilization to lead enterprise-wide HLD and sterilization programs across the Texas Medical Center and regional sites.

The role requires extensive expertise in disinfection, sterilization, infection prevention, and accreditation readiness, with responsibilities spanning education, workforce development, and operational excellence. On-site presence at Houston campuses is required.