Sterile Processing Manager - Day Shift Leader

Christiana Care Health System; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 79,497 - 127,212; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Management Incentive Plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage onDay

Tuition assistance for nursing degrees

Care@Work backup care services

Wellness reimbursement programs

Financial coaching and retirement-plan

Retirement benefits (403b)

Job summary

ChristianaCare's Sterile Processing Department seeks a seasoned Sterile Processing Manager to lead the Day Shift, oversee 24/7 operations, and ensure patient safety, regulatory compliance, and service excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset, strong leadership, and a track record of quality improvement, with CRCST/CHL credentials and at least five years of leadership experience in SPD.

This is a salaried role with eligibility for a management incentive program and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare, nursing or business management.
• CRCST certification and CHL required.
• Five years of leadership and project management experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and strategic leadership for all SPD functions across a 24-hour operation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, OSHA).
• Lead and mentor a team of supervisors, technicians, and staff for accountability and continuous improvement.
• Develop and monitor departmental goals, metrics, and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with Surgical Services, Infection Prevention, Supply Chain and clinical partners to optimize workflows.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, budgeting, productivity, and resources to ensure efficiency and service.
• Drive process improvements to enhance quality, safety, and patient experience.
• Serve as SME for sterilization practices and regulatory readiness.

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare, nursing or business management

CRCST certification and CHL

Five years of leadership and project management experience

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

ChristianaCare's Sterile Processing Department seeks a seasoned Sterile Processing Manager to lead the Day Shift, oversee 24/7 operations, and ensure patient safety, regulatory compliance, and service excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset, strong leadership, and a track record of quality improvement, with CRCST/CHL credentials and at least five years of leadership experience in SPD.

This is a salaried role with eligibility for a management incentive program and