Program Director, Sterile Processing Education

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN seeks a Program Director to lead Allied Health program operations, curriculum development, and clinical learning experiences. The role oversees assessments, student evaluation, and advisements, with supervision of coordinators and instructional faculty.

It is a full-time on-site position focused on delivering high-quality education and accreditation readiness.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or equivalent experience) required.
• 3 years of experience in related field.
• Certification as Surgical Technologist and Sterile Processing Technician required.

Responsibilities

• Provides program instructional leadership for standards, curriculum, delivery methods, and student employment readiness.
• Serves as the Program curriculum expert and ensures alignment with academic and industry standards.
• Manages all accreditation activities including annual reports, self-studies, and surveys.
• Evaluates student and graduate performance including grades, didactic and clinical competencies, job placements, and certs.
• Serves as Chair of the Admissions Committee and oversees the application cycle for prospective students.
• Supports Clinical/Educational Coordinators with site visits and clinical site communications.
• Maintains professional credentials and development standards per accreditors.

Skills

Program management

Peer leadership

Financial processes

Quality management

Process improvement

Education

Master's degree (or equivalent experience)

Certified Surgical Technologist

Certified Sterile Processing Tech

Job description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN seeks a Program Director to lead Allied Health program operations, curriculum development, and clinical learning experiences. The role oversees assessments, student evaluation, and advisements, with supervision of coordinators and instructional faculty.

It is a full-time on-site position focused on delivering high-quality education and accreditation readiness.