Manager Sterile Processing Department - full time, days

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Manager for their Sterile Processing Department. This full-time role involves overseeing a 24/7 operations team, ensuring the highest standards of sterilization and patient care. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, with a background in surgical technology and experience in managing teams. Join a collaborative environment focused on patient outcomes and innovation in healthcare. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading medical center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved surgical technology school or CRCST certification required.
• Two years supervisory experience in sterile processing.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department.
• Develop standards for cleaning and sterilization processes.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Surgical Technology Certification

HSPA CRCST Certification

Job description

Manager Sterile Processing Department - full time, days

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Job Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Location: Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA

Schedule: Primarily Monday through Friday, day shift, leading a 24/7 operations team. Availability on 2nd and 3rd shifts is required.

Responsibilities include managing the Sterile Processing Department, overseeing activities 24/7, directing shift leaders and technicians, monitoring sterilization processes, and coordinating case cart activities. Effective communication with leadership and troubleshooting daily activities are essential.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement unit goals aligned with department and hospital objectives.
• Plan staffing based on patient needs and workload analysis.
• Develop standards and protocols for cleaning and sterilization.
• Manage daily operations through team leaders.
• Prepare and control budgets.
• Coach, counsel, and discipline staff as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and other departments to optimize patient care outcomes.
• Assess employee competency and evaluate performance.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Graduate of an approved surgical technology school or CRCST certification through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 12 months, plus CHL certification in Healthcare Leadership.
• Two years supervisory experience.
• HSPA CRCST certification required within 24 months of employment.
• Good computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of surgical technologist or CRCST experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or other protected statuses.