Sterile Processing Manager | Flexible Day Shift

Inova Health; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement matching 5%

Education assistance up to $5,250/year

Student loan assistance up to $10,000

Mental health support 25 sessions

Paid time off and parental leave

Flexible schedules and remote/hybridOp

Job summary

Inova Fairfax in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Manager to lead the SPD and Perioperative Materials Management. You will oversee staff, ensure compliance with infection control standards, and drive Lean process improvements.

The role requires 3+ years in SPD leadership, a relevant degree, and strong collaboration with OR teams. Inova offers comprehensive benefits, flexible scheduling where possible, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in OR/SPD leadership/management role.
• Knowledge and experience in the perioperative areas of sterile processing, case preparation and cleanup, perioperative materials management.
• Two years of experience in each sub-specialty or two years of cross-training.

Responsibilities

• Maintains excellent relationships with sales representatives while capitalizing on promotional offerings and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Provides analytical data for all end-users and facilitates decisions regarding set configurations, par levels, and preferred vendors.
• Works with the Perioperative Services Manager or other designated leaders in evaluating products, negotiating contracts, acquisitions, training, and support of equipment/supplies.
• Coordinates equipment service, deliveries, installations, and necessary facility renovations/repairs.
• Develops, prepares, and maintains a staffing pattern to ensure 24-hour support for Sterile Processing, procedural set-up, and cleaning.
• Manages staffing systems, scheduling, vacation requests, and payroll.
• Monitors clinical practices to ensure compliance with standards and effective operational protocols.
• Evaluates service delivery for safe and cost-effective solutions, new techniques, systems, and procedures to improve service and safety.
• Oversees Sterile Processing to ensure it is performing effectively, including hiring and training team members.

Skills

Leadership experience

SPD leadership

Perioperative knowledge

Education

Associate Degree or High School diploma with 6 total years experience

Job description

Inova Fairfax in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Manager to lead the SPD and Perioperative Materials Management. You will oversee staff, ensure compliance with infection control standards, and drive Lean process improvements.

The role requires 3+ years in SPD leadership, a relevant degree, and strong collaboration with OR teams. Inova offers comprehensive benefits, flexible scheduling where possible, and opportunities for professional growth.