CSPD Sterile Processing Manager (Days)

SIPS Consults; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health & welfare benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Leadership development and growth

Company-paid LTD & Life Insurance

Job summary

SIPS Consults in Chicago seeks a hands-on CSPD Manager to oversee sterile processing and distribution, from decontamination to instrument assembly and case cart delivery. You will lead the department, coach staff, and partner with executive leadership to translate expectations into action.

This role requires strong communication, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to manage schedules, budgets, and performance.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 10+ years equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in acute/ambulatory sterile processing; 5+ years SPD leadership.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and presentations.
• Ability to work extended hours and perform physical job demands.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor CSPD staff; manage schedules, productivity, and performance.
• Drive process improvement, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure on-time tray delivery, accurate instrument sets, and optimal inventory control.
• Use data to improve outcomes—productivity, quality, and cost management.
• Partner with Administration and SPD leadership to deliver measurable results.
• Oversee staffing, budgeting, reporting, training, and competency validation.

Skills

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Customer service

MS Word/Excel/Presentations

Physical stamina

Education

Associate's degree / 10+ years experience

Job description

Chicago, United States | Posted on 08/21/2026

Lead the Operation. Develop the Team. Drive the Standard.

We’re looking for a hands-on CSPD Manager who brings more than technical expertise—you bring a genuine passion for people, leadership, and creating a team that takes pride in what they do. In this role, you’ll oversee all sterile processing and distribution functions, from decontamination and sterilization through instrument assembly, case cart accuracy, and timely delivery to the OR and ancillary departments. You’ll be an active presence in the department, supporting your team, partnering with other leaders, and helping ensure our standards of quality and patient safety are consistently met.

We’re looking for a leader who is confident, fair, and comfortable having the conversations that come with leadership. You’ll be responsible for addressing attendance, performance, and disciplinary matters with professionalism, confidentiality, and consistency while also recognizing opportunities to coach, develop, and encourage your team. You should be comfortable delegating and empowering others while also knowing when to roll up your sleeves and jump in. Strong communication, follow-through, organization, and the ability to meet deadlines are essential, as you’ll work closely with executive leadership and help turn expectations into action.

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who wants to grow with SIPS and grow as a leader. If you’re a change agent who builds trust, communicates openly, holds high standards, and brings people along through change, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact—not only on sterile processing operations, but on the people and culture that make the department successful.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead, coach, and mentor CSPD staff; manage schedules, productivity, and performance.
• Drive process improvement, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure on-time tray delivery, accurate instrument sets, and optimal inventory control.
• Use data to improve outcomes—productivity, quality, and cost management.
• Partner with Administration and SPD leadership to deliver measurable results.
• Oversee staffing, budgeting, reporting, training, and competency validation.

Responsibilities

The Manager will coordinate and monitor all sterile processing and distribution functions such as decontamination, preparation/packaging, sterilization of surgical instruments, and case carts. Responsible for the supervision of all Central Sterile Supply activities, staff scheduling, shift management and the coordination of surgical instruments and supplies to the OR and ancillary departments.

• Monitors, audits, and enhance the quality of the process and products manufactured or rendered to customers by the department
• Identifies & resolved issues in a timely, and client satisfaction is achieved.
• Enforces the appropriate service levels to achieve staff productivity and standardized department policies and procedures are compliant • Utilizes effectively time and manages to complete assignments within the allotted time.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and technical expertise in sterile processing and inventory control principles • Demonstrate skill and effectively manages human relations activities.
• Accurately and consistently follows documentation guidelines in all phases of the process as required by the department and regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge in generating and interpreting statistical, productivity, and quality performance reports and utilizes the data to improve the departments performance.
• Knowledge of managerial principles by consistently utilizing problem analysis, group dynamics and staff skills analysis in an objective manner.
• Demonstrate the ability to maximize resources and is skillful in adjusting resources according to the workload and volume.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the organization’s Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
• Assures departmental standards of operation and policies are in compliance with regulatory and professional agencies, including but not limited to CMS, The Joint Commission, AAMI, AORN & APIC.
• Manages department, weekly, monthly, and annual reports.
• Communicate barriers that will interfere with daily operations to appropriate parties.
• Provide weekly project status reports.
• Work closely with SIPS administrative team to ensure project timelines are on target.
• Facilitates the recruitment and selection of department staff.
• Ensures comprehensive departmental orientation for new staff.
• Coordinates training and competency validation for all.
• Represents SIPS by attending appropriate department and facility meetings.
• Utilizes HRIS platforms to proactively monitor timekeeping, attendance, and timecard approvals, ensuring accurate records, timely approvals, and prompt follow-up on attendance issues.
• Other duties as assigned

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Requirements

What You Bring

• Associate’s degree (or 10+ years equivalent experience)
• 7+ years in acute/ambulatory sterile processing; 5+ years in SPD leadership
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and presentations
• Ability to work extended hours and perform physical job demands

Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

This position requires frequent standing (6–8 hours), walking (<4 hours), and limited sitting (0–2 hours). Employees must be able to lift and carry 20–50 lbs and push/pull up to 20 lbs. The role involves various physical activities, including but not limited to squatting (0–1 hours), bending, twisting, reaching above the shoulders, reaching below the waist, kneeling, and grasping (each 1–5 hours).

This description is intended to provide a general overview of the physical demands and work environment and is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job-related tasks and conditions. Additional responsibilities, demands, and conditions may be required as deemed necessary by the Company.

Why SIPS?

• Competitive health & welfare benefits
• Company-paid LTD & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Leadership development and growth opportunities

Join SIPS and lead sterile processing excellence where it matters most.