Sterile Processing Department Manager

University of Vermont Health Network; New Jersey; On-site; USD 137,052,000 - 205,593,000; Full time

Job summary

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

This role oversees a complex, 24/7 operation in partnership with OR leadership, physicians, nursing leaders, and other clinical partners to ensure timely delivery of sterile instruments and equipment while advancing quality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• CRCST certification required at time of hire.
• Master's degree preferred in Nursing or Healthcare Administration.
• Five+ years of progressive leadership experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead SPD operations across two campuses.
• Oversee 24/7 SPD support for surgical and clinical services.
• Drive quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and staff development.

Skills

Leadership experience

Healthcare leadership

Operations management

Quality initiatives

Team performance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Nursing / Healthcare Administration

CRCST certification

Job description

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus

Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont

Regular

Department: Sterile Processing Department

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours:

Shift: Day

Primary Shift: -

Weekend Needs: Other

Salary Range: Min $47.83 Mid $59.79 Max $71.75

Recruiter: Meagan Eastman

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.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• 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.