Sterile Processing Lead – OR & SPD Oversight

Northern Nevada Health System; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical/dental/vision plans

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Tuition savings for nursing education

Job summary

Northern Nevada Medical Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Sterile Processing Department Manager to lead the SPD unit in Sparks, NV. The role oversees operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and coordinates with clinical areas to deliver reprocessed items timely.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in SPD, strong leadership, and SPD certifications; nursing or hospital operations background is valued. Competitive benefits provided with a comprehensive schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in healthcare; bachelor’s preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in Sterile Processing with increasing responsibility; management experience preferred.
• Maintains currency with four SPD certifications as listed.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Infection Prevention and leadership to monitor and improve quality and performance.
• Maintains instructions, policies, and performance expectations based on industry guidelines and standards.
• Maintains staff scheduling to ensure operational support for OR and clinical areas.

Education

Associate Degree in Healthcare

Bachelor’s degree in science or healthcare preferred

Tools

CRCST

CHL

CIS

CER

CSPDT

CSPM

CSIS

CFER

Job description

Northern Nevada Medical Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Sterile Processing Department Manager to lead the SPD unit in Sparks, NV. The role oversees operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and coordinates with clinical areas to deliver reprocessed items timely.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in SPD, strong leadership, and SPD certifications; nursing or hospital operations background is valued. Competitive benefits provided with a comprehensive schedule.