Manager, Central Sterile Processing

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Manager of Central Sterile Processing in Pittsburgh to lead the sterile processing team and partner with Surgical Services to ensure timely, high-quality instrumentation for the OR. This role drives efficiency, quality, and talent development in a fast-paced hospital environment.

You will oversee daily operations, support off-shift teams, and collaborate across departments to meet surgical demand while maintaining regulatory compliance and budget stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Lead Daily Operations: Ensure efficient, high-quality sterile processing and supply workflows
• Support Off-Shift Teams: Provide leadership and guidance to supervisors and staff during evenings, nights, and weekends
• Partner with the OR: Act as a liaison between the OR, SPD, and other clinical departments to support instrumentation needs in real time
• Maintain Throughput: Keep department operations running smoothly and efficiently to meet surgical demand
• Drive Performance Improvement: Analyze data, identify trends, and implement process enhancements
• Build & Develop Talent: Mentor, coach, and evaluate team members while fostering a positive, collaborative culture
• Ensure Compliance & Quality: Maintain adherence to regulatory standards and best practices
• Manage Budgets: Oversee operating and capital budgets, including forecasting and variance reporting
• Optimize Instrumentation Processes: Support instrument tracking, standardization, and turnaround improvements

Job description

Manager, Central Sterile Processing

Lead the Team Behind the Scenes That Powers the OR

Ready to take the lead in a high-impact, fast-paced environment? As the Manager of Central Sterile Processing, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring surgical teams have exactly what they need—when they need it—while driving quality, efficiency, and team excellence.

Schedule

• Evening or Night Shift
• 5 (8-hour) shifts per week
• Rotating weekend manager call

What You’ll Do

You’ll oversee all sterile processing operations while serving as a key partner to Surgical Services and clinical teams across the hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Daily Operations: Ensure efficient, high-quality sterile processing and supply workflows
• Support Off-Shift Teams: Provide leadership and guidance to supervisors and staff during evenings, nights, and weekends
• Partner with the OR: Act as a liaison between the OR, SPD, and other clinical departments to support instrumentation needs in real time
• Maintain Throughput: Keep department operations running smoothly and efficiently to meet surgical demand
• Drive Performance Improvement: Analyze data, identify trends, and implement process enhancements
• Build & Develop Talent: Mentor, coach, and evaluate team members while fostering a positive, collaborative culture
• Ensure Compliance & Quality: Maintain adherence to regulatory standards and best practices
• Manage Budgets: Oversee operating and capital budgets, including forecasting and variance reporting
• Optimize Instrumentation Processes: Support instrument tracking, standardization, and turnaround improvements

Why This Role Stands Out

• Be a visible leader supporting both day-to-day operations and off-shift teams
• Directly impact patient safety and surgical outcomes
• Collaborate across departments and influence system-wide improvements
• Shape team culture through mentorship and strong leadership