Sterile Processing Manager

University Health System- San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System- San Antonio is seeking a Sterile Processing Manager responsible for the general administration and fiscal oversight of the Sterile Processing Department. This role includes managing reprocessing operations, inventory, and ensuring readiness for Joint Commission and other surveys, while maintaining high standards of customer service.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree (preferred), at least five years in acute sterile processing, and three years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; education/experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Five years of experience in an acute sterile processing department is required.
• Three years of progressive management experience preferred; certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general administration and fiscal oversight of the Sterile Processing Department.
• Manage instrument reprocessing including collection, decontamination, sterilization, and distribution.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission and other surveys/audits and prepare for audits.

Skills

Sterile processing

Budget management

Leadership

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the general administration and fiscal oversight of the University HealthSterile Processing Department. Manages services and departments in providing patient care equipment and surgical instrumentation reprocessing functions including: collection, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, high-level disinfection and distribution. Manages the surgical instrument inventory and supplies supporting departmental activities. Serves as subject matter expert and resource for product reprocessing needs. Develops and ensures compliance with departmental budget. Manages fixed departmental equipment and plant property. Works collaboratively with other departments and units to ensure efficient, safe and effective instrument and equipment availability. Models excellence in customer service ensuring the highest standards for both internal and external constituent satisfaction.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Education and work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Five years of experience in an acute sterile processing department is required. Minimum of three years of experience in preparing for Joint Commission, local, state and/or federal surveys/audits. Three years of progressive management experience is preferred. Current Sterile Processing Technician certification required. Proficiency with standard business software is required.