Sterile Processing Lead - Operations & Quality

The University of Michigan; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, vision

2:1 retirement match

Generous PTO

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

The University of Michigan is seeking a CSPD supervisor to plan, coordinate and supervise sterile instrument processing across shifts, ensuring instruments meet safety and quality standards.

You will lead daily staff scheduling, manage timekeeping, participate in competency assessments, and collaborate with hospital departments to support patient care. This role requires three years in sterile processing and CBSPD or HSPA certification.

Qualifications

• Current certification through CBSPD or HSPA.
• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of three years of experience in sterile processing.
• Extensive knowledge of OR and clinical instrumentation.
• Demonstrated competency in Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to demonstrate University of Michigan Health Care customer service standards and behaviors.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to clearly express ideas and techniques.
• Creative thinking; analytical, problem solving and independent decision-making abilities; self-direction; theoretical knowledge and skill in instrument processing and sterilization systems.
• Organized, self-motivated, good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dynamic and energetic.
• Strong operational and clinical skills in Central Processing.

Responsibilities

• Directs the daily supervision of all shift work (receiving, decontamination, cleaning, assembly, sterilization and distribution of surgical or procedural instruments and packs).
• Schedules staff assignments on a daily basis. Assists the CSPD manager with monthly staff schedule.
• Assures adherence to all quality systems, checks and measures.
• Assists the manager with all hiring, evaluation, counseling and termination of staff.
• Communicates in a professional manner both verbally and in writing to all hospital staff and company employees.
• Maintains safety standards to assure compliance with University, state and federal codes or regulations.
• Responsible for employee productivity, employee presence in the workplace, and employee adherence to break times.
• Provide disciplinary action in accordance with applicable policies and collective bargaining agreements in consultation with the CSPD Manager and Human Resources.
• Accurately maintains and approves employee timekeeping systems and records in accordance with institutional requirements and applicable policies and regulations.
• Supervises staff in compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements, University policies, and departmental procedures.
• Coordinates workflow and services between departments.
• Assists in the resolution of operating problems.
• Integrates ethical principles, professional standards, and evidence-based practice in all aspects of practice.
• Participates in committees, task forces, projects, and other meetings.
• Assists with conducting competency assessments and maintaining educational and/or clinical files appropriate to role.
• Leads and participates in in-services and educational offerings.
• Promotes a safe and healthy work environment.
• Understands and facilitates the initiation and adoption of change and Lean principles.
• Demonstrates flexibility and maintains confidentiality.
• Monitors and maintains sterilization documentation.
• Assures parameters of sterilization are met and instruments are safe for use.
• Initiates sterilizer load recall as indicated and completes all safety reporting documentation.
• Assures that all equipment is properly maintained, and testing is properly documented.
• Conducts quality assurance audits and assists with preparation of departmental reports.
• Monitor and maintain department inventory and supplies.
• Collaborate with and act as a liaison with other departments to support and facilitate safe and effective patient care.
• Provide consultation, support, assistance.
• Networking/information gathering.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Independent decision making

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Instrument tracking software

Job description

The University of Michigan is seeking a CSPD supervisor to plan, coordinate and supervise sterile instrument processing across shifts, ensuring instruments meet safety and quality standards.

You will lead daily staff scheduling, manage timekeeping, participate in competency assessments, and collaborate with hospital departments to support patient care. This role requires three years in sterile processing and CBSPD or HSPA certification.