Sterile Processing Manager Newark

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

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 BenefitsAt ChristianaCare, we invest in our caregivers with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal well-being, professional growth, and financial future.

• 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 - $127,212.80This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

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.

Post End Date

Aug 8, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

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 visithttps://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/