Sterile Processing Director — Operations & Quality

virtua; Clermont (NJ); On-site; USD 84,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a Central Sterile Supply Department leader to plan, organize, and direct CSS and Equipment Depot operations across the hospital system. You will implement policy, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory readiness while serving as a role model for staff.

The role requires 5 years of CSS healthcare or surgical services experience, plus supervisory experience and a national sterile processing certification. On-site position with a strong focus on quality and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Five years of CSS healthcare or surgical services experience.
• Three years supervisory experience preferred.
• Certification through a national sterile processing program required.

Responsibilities

• Directs overall operations of Central Sterile Supply Department and Equipment Depot, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality initiatives.
• Manages employee orientation, training, retention, development, engagement, coaching, and discipline; plans staffing to meet productivity goals.
• Maintains effective communication with staff through meetings and other channels on department and system issues.
• Directs and ensures quality of CSS and Equipment Depot; drives metrics, budgets, and readiness for surveys and regulation.
• Develops and enforces policies, procedures, and competencies; researches products and equipment to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

CSS healthcare experience

Supervisory experience

Leadership ability

Education

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

Virtua Health is seeking a Central Sterile Supply Department leader to plan, organize, and direct CSS and Equipment Depot operations across the hospital system. You will implement policy, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory readiness while serving as a role model for staff.

The role requires 5 years of CSS healthcare or surgical services experience, plus supervisory experience and a national sterile processing certification. On-site position with a strong focus on quality and patient safety.