Sterile Processing Department Manager

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Manager to lead our SPD operations across two campuses and drive operational excellence.

You will oversee a 24/7 operation, partner with OR leadership and clinical teams, ensure instrument delivery, uphold quality and regulatory standards, and develop a high-performing, engaged workforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• CRCST certification required at time of hire.
• Master's degree preferred in Nursing, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SPD operations across two campuses in a 24/7 environment.
• Collaborate with Operating Room leadership, physicians, and clinical partners to ensure delivery of sterile instruments and equipment.
• Drive quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and efficiency improvements.
• Lead, develop, and engage a high-performing SPD team.
• Foster partnerships with clinical teams to support safe, high-quality patient care.

Skills

Leadership experience

Healthcare operations

Team performance

Quality initiatives

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Nursing/Healthcare Admin

Job description

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking an experienced and visionary Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Manager to lead our SPD operations across two campuses. This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic healthcare leader to drive operational excellence, foster a highly engaged workforce, strengthen partnerships with clinical teams, and ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.

As the SPD Manager, you will oversee a complex, 24/7 operation that supports surgical and clinical services throughout the organization. Working closely with Operating Room leadership, physicians, nursing leaders, and other clinical partners, you will ensure the consistent delivery of sterile instruments and equipment while advancing quality, efficiency, regulatory compliance, and employee development.

Education

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.

Certifications

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification required at time of hire.
• Current Vermont Registered Nurse license is a plus.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience required.
• Healthcare and hospital leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success managing operations, quality initiatives, and team performance in a healthcare setting.