Sterile Processing Lead – Operations & Compliance

Kaiser Permanente; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Sterile Processing Supervisor to oversee the collection, decontamination, assembly, sterilization and disinfection of medical instruments. You will coordinate staff to prep trays and ensure compliance with policies and audits.

The role includes training staff, supervising daily operations, maintaining inventory records, and guiding corrective actions to meet regulatory standards. Join a team focused on safe, efficient instrument processing.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in a leadership role.
• Minimum two years of experience in sterile processing and/or processing reusable medical/surgical equipment/instruments.
• Bachelor's degree in Health Care Administration, Public Health, Health Sciences, Business, or related field OR minimum six years of experience in sterile processing, health care operations, health care administration, materials management, supply distribution, inventory control, or a directly related field.
• Registered Central Service Technician Certificate required at hire OR Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Certificate required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily sterile processing operations and staff.
• Train and evaluate staff; identify development opportunities and provide coaching.
• Monitor equipment inventory; maintain records and control waste; reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and implement corrective actions when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Sterile Processing

Training & Mentoring

Regulatory Compliance

Inventory Management

Process Improvement

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Care Administration, Public Health, Health Sciences, Business, or related field

Registered Central Service Technician Certificate

Sterile Processing Distribution Technician Certificate

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Sterile Processing Supervisor to oversee the collection, decontamination, assembly, sterilization and disinfection of medical instruments. You will coordinate staff to prep trays and ensure compliance with policies and audits.

The role includes training staff, supervising daily operations, maintaining inventory records, and guiding corrective actions to meet regulatory standards. Join a team focused on safe, efficient instrument processing.