Sterile Processing Manager Newark

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 79,497 - 127,212; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Management Incentive Plan

Day One benefits (Medical, Dental, Vis

Tuition assistance

Care.com membership

Care@Work backup care

Wellness & fitness programs

Retirement: 403(b) & defined contrib.

Employee discounts

Job summary

ChristianaCare is seeking a Sterile Processing Manager to lead our 24/7 SPD, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficient instrumentation handling across the campus. This salaried leadership role offers eligibility for a year-long management incentive program.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in healthcare or business, SPD CRCST and CHL certifications, and at least five years of leadership and project management experience within sterile processing or related operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare, nursing or business management field.
• Professional certification in an SPD specialty required (CRCST) and CHL
• Five years of appropriate technical experience, leadership and project management experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and strategic leadership for all Sterile Processing Department functions across a 24-hour operation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards (AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, OSHA, etc.).
• Lead and mentor supervisors, technicians, and support staff toward accountability and continuous improvement.
• Develop, implement, and monitor departmental goals, performance metrics, and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with Surgical Services, Infection Prevention, Supply Chain and clinical partners to optimize workflows.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, budgeting, productivity and resource allocation.
• Drive process improvement to enhance quality, safety, and patient experience.
• Serve as subject matter expert for sterilization practices and regulatory readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Process improvement

Operations management

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare/nursing/business management

CRCST certification

CHL certification

Job description

Job Details

At ChristianaCare, excellence is more than a goal—it is a commitment woven into everything we do. Recognized as the No. 5 health system in the nation by Money Magazine in its 2024 hospital rankings, ChristianaCare earned an overall A rating, including an A for its commitment to price transparency, underscoring our dedication to delivering exceptional, accessible, and patient-centered care.

As one of the region's most respected healthcare organizations, we continue to set the standard for clinical quality, innovation, operational excellence, and caregiver engagement. Our success is driven by talented leaders and caregivers who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, families, and the communities we serve.

Are you ready to join an award-winning health system that refuses to settle for anything less than excellence?

If you are a visionary leader who is energized by the opportunity to drive performance, inspire teams, and contribute to a nationally recognized organization, we invite you to explore your future with ChristianaCare.

Come be part of a team that's not only recognized among the nation's best—but one that is committed to becoming even better.

The Sterile Processing Department at ChristianaCare Hospital is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and results-driven Sterile Processing Manager to lead our dedicated team on the Day Shift (Monday–Friday). This is a salaried leadership opportunity that also offers eligibility for a yearly management incentive program.

As the Sterile Processing Manager, you will oversee the 24/7 operations of the campus-specific Sterile Processing Department (SPD), ensuring the highest standards of patient safety, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance. This highly visible leadership role is instrumental in supporting surgical services and procedural areas by ensuring the timely delivery of safe, sterile, and properly functioning instrumentation and equipment.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic and collaborative healthcare leader who is passionate about quality, staff development, process improvement, and delivering exceptional service to both patients and clinical partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational and strategic leadership for all Sterile Processing Department functions across a 24-hour operation.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards, including AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, OSHA, and other governing agencies.
• Lead and mentor a team of supervisors, technicians, and support staff, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Develop, implement, and monitor departmental goals, performance metrics, and quality initiatives that support organizational objectives.
• Collaborate closely with Surgical Services, Infection Prevention, Supply Chain, and other clinical stakeholders to optimize workflows and service delivery.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, budgeting, productivity, and resource allocation to ensure operational efficiency and exceptional customer service.
• Drive process improvement initiatives that enhance quality, safety, and operational performance while supporting a positive patient experience.
• Serve as the department's subject matter expert for sterilization practices, instrumentation management, and regulatory readiness.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, nursing or business management field.
• Professional certification in an SPD specialty required (CRCST) and CHL
• Five years of appropriate technical experience, leadership and project management experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

ChristianaCare Benefits

• Management Incentive Plan (MIP) eligible
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day One
• Generous tuition assistance programs, including tuition pre-payment for select nursing degrees
• Complimentary Care.com membership and access to Care@Work backup care services
• Fitness and wellness reimbursement programs
• Financial coaching and retirement planning resources
• Retirement benefits including both a 403(b) and defined contribution plan
• Exclusive employee discounts on travel, entertainment, events, and more

Annual Compensation Range $79,497.60 - $127,212.80

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/