Manager - Sterile Processing

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co seeks a dedicated individual for the Sterile Processing Department. This role involves directing and coordinating activities in a collaborative healthcare environment. Responsibilities include maintaining standards for safe patient care and managing department coworkers. Candidates should ideally have a high school diploma and experience in relevant settings, along with skills in electronic medical records and surgical instruments.

Mercy offers exceptional benefits, including medical coverage and tuition support, fostering a culture where your contributions matter.

Qualifications

• One year experience in operating room, instrument room, or ambulatory surgery center.
• One year leadership experience preferred.
• Fluent with automated instrument tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates all activities of Sterile Processing Department.
• Maintains knowledge regarding infection control, disinfection, and sterilization.
• Manages Sterile Processing Department coworkers.

Skills

Fluent in written and spoken English

Skilled in using electronic medical records

Experience with surgical instruments

Adept in Excel and Word

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Certifications: CRCST or obtain within 6 months

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Directs and coordinates all activities of Sterile Processing Department. Works independently with delegated authority and responsibility from the Director Regional Sterile Processing or designee. Works collaboratively with Main OR, CVOR, OB, and others to deliver effective and efficient services. Meets standards of safe patient care through proper handling of instruments. Maintains knowledge in operation, maintenance, parameters, policies and procedures regarding infection control, disinfection, and sterilization. Maintains detailed records in accordance with quality control and regulatory standards. Manages Sterile Processing Department Coworkers in conjunction with Director - Regional Sterile Processing. Performs all functions of Instrument Technician when needed to help staff.

Position Details

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Licensure: (none specified)
• Experience: One year experience in operating room, instrument room, or ambulatory surgery center (intraoperative)
• Certifications: CRCST or obtain within 6 months
• Other: Fluent in written and spoken English, skilled in using electronic medical record to determine instrument needs, experience with surgical instruments, sterilization, and processing
• Preferred Education: (none specified)
• Preferred Licensure: (none specified)
• Preferred Experience: One year leadership experience
• Preferred Certifications: (none specified)
• Preferred Other: Fluent with automated instrument tracking systems, adept in Excel, Word

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you’ll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you’ll grow with us.