Sterile Processing Lead — Ops, Compliance & Training

Kaiser Permanente; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in San Diego leads sterile processing operations, supervising collection, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and disinfection of instruments. You will coordinate staff to prepare surgical trays and case carts, implement policies, and guide audits of performance.

The role trains staff, collaborates with other departments to ensure instrument availability, maintains regulatory records, conducts audits, and leads corrective actions when needed to improve safety and

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience in sterile processing operations and compliance.
• Bachelor's degree plus 3+ years or 6+ years in sterile processing/healthcare ops.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach staff to improve performance and professional growth.
• Oversee daily sterile processing activities and ensure policy adherence.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet service levels and safety goals.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure regulatory compliance and corrective actions.
• Manage inventory and records for instruments and equipment.
• Train staff and assess training needs to close performance gaps.

Skills

Ambiguity Mgmt

Attention to Detail

Business Knowledge

Communication

Constructive Feedback

Critical Thinking

Cross-Group Collaboration

Decision Making

Leadership

Learning Agility

Organizational Savvy

Problem Solving

Team Building

Teamwork

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in San Diego leads sterile processing operations, supervising collection, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and disinfection of instruments. You will coordinate staff to prepare surgical trays and case carts, implement policies, and guide audits of performance.

The role trains staff, collaborates with other departments to ensure instrument availability, maintains regulatory records, conducts audits, and leads corrective actions when needed to improve safety and