Director of Sterile Processing

Leoforce; Rocky Hill (CT); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health and dental insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Matching 401k

FMLA

Competitive salary

Work/life balance

Résumé du poste

Leoforce is seeking an experienced Director of Sterile Processing in the Hartford, CT area. The role leads the SPD to manage instrument decontamination, sterilization, inspection, and distribution within a high-volume orthopedic ambulatory setting.

The Director will drive quality, safety, and efficiency by building teams, implementing improvements, and collaborating with OR leadership, infection prevention, and nursing leadership to monitor metrics and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred with five years in sterile processing.

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily SPD operations: decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage and distribution of surgical instruments.
• Establish quality assurance initiatives and continuous improvement to ensure accurate instrument delivery.
• Develop and present monthly departmental performance metrics to nursing leadership.
• Ensure compliance with state/federal regulations, AAAHC standards, and AAMI guidelines.
• Oversee instrument inventory management, procurement, receipt, maintenance, and replacement.

Connaissances

Leadership

Workflow optimization

Regulatory knowledge

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

STERIS SPM

Description du poste

Job Description

Experience

Director

Salary

$100,000 - $130,000 per year

Job Details

A well-established, high-volume orthopedic ambulatory surgery center in the greater Hartford, CT area is seeking an experienced Director of Sterile Processing to lead its Sterile Processing Department (SPD).

The facility specializes in a comprehensive range of outpatient orthopedic procedures, including total joint replacements and other advanced surgical services. With a strong commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and operational efficiency, the center offers a collaborative environment supported by experienced physicians and clinical professionals.

The organization features multiple state-of-the-art operating rooms, advanced surgical technology, and modern sterilization equipment. Its focus on quality, innovation, and exceptional patient outcomes makes it an attractive environment for an experienced sterile processing leader.

About the Role

The Director of Sterile Processing will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Sterile Processing Department, overseeing all aspects of instrument decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution.

The department includes experienced sterile processing professionals across leadership, instrumentation coordination, and technical functions.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily Sterile Processing Department operations, including decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments.

Establish quality assurance initiatives and continuous improvement processes to ensure accuracy and reliability in instrument and surgical case cart delivery.

Develop and present monthly departmental performance metrics and quality improvement reports to nursing leadership.

Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, AAAHC accreditation standards, and AAMI guidelines.

Oversee instrument inventory management and tracking systems, including procurement, receipt, maintenance, repair, and replacement of surgical instrumentation.

Collaborate with administrative and nursing leadership on departmental operating and capital budgets, resource allocation, and cost management.

Partner with materials management to coordinate supplies, equipment purchases, and rental programs.

Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and standards of practice.

Oversee staff orientation, competency assessments, continuing education, and professional development.

Provide direct leadership and supervision of SPD personnel, including recruitment, performance evaluations, coaching, disciplinary actions, and compensation recommendations.

Participate in clinical and operational committees focused on surgical quality, infection prevention, and total joint program initiatives.

Collaborate with Operating Room leadership, infection prevention, and medical staff to monitor quality indicators, identify trends, and implement corrective actions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred, with at least five years of relevant sterile processing experience, including a minimum of two years in a management or leadership capacity. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

At least five years of hands‑on sterile processing experience.

Minimum of two years of demonstrated management or supervisory experience.

Orthopedic surgical experience, preferably within an ambulatory surgery center or other surgical services environment.

Previous experience as a Director or Assistant Director of Sterile Processing is highly desirable.

Experience with instrument tracking and inventory management systems; STERIS SPM experience is a plus.

Strong knowledge of sterilization processes, infection prevention, regulatory standards, and departmental quality assurance.

Demonstrated ability to lead teams, improve workflows, and maintain high standards of operational performance.

Required Certification

Must hold at least one of the following:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
• Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Equivalent recognized sterile processing certification.

A bit about us

We're an award winning orthopedics focused surgery center with over 95% patient satisfaction scores.

Why join us?

Come join our team comprised of top tier physicians and a close knit staff committed to the best treatment outcomes for our patients. We offer great benefits:

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Matching 401k
• FMLA
• Competitive salary
• Work/life balance

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