Sterile Processing Manager – OR Materials & Compliance

AdventHealth; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Lake Wales, Florida, seeks a seasoned Sterile Processing Department leader to oversee personnel, financials, and operations. You will ensure compliance with AAMI and OSHA standards, manage policies and QA programs, and coordinate with Surgery leadership to meet instrumentation needs.

The role requires 6+ years in sterile processing, knowledge of regulatory standards, and CRCST/CSPDT or equivalent certifications. Join a team focused on safety, quality, and excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• 6+ proven sterile processing experience in a hospital.
• Progressive team leadership experience.
• CRCST or CSPDT or LPN or RN credentials either required or preferred depending on role.
• Associate degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (AAMI, IAHCSMM, OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Provides consultation to supervisors in resolving complex administrative issues.
• Manages the personnel, financial, and operational activities of the Sterile Processing Department.
• Ensures compliance with administrative and regulatory standards within the healthcare facility.
• Plans, implements, and manages policies, procedures, competencies, educational activities, and quality assurance programs related to sterilization of instruments and equipment.
• Maintains record-keeping systems for processing instruments and equipment, specifications for instruments, assembled trays, QA, case carts, and materials output.
• Provides leadership and oversight to supervisors, coordinators, and technicians to ensure customer satisfaction and fiscal responsibility.
• Collaborates with Surgery leadership to meet daily instrumentation needs and acts as a liaison between Central Services and other departments.
• Establishes and maintains sterilization, safety, and security standards and ensures compliance with regulatory bodies.
• Manages personnel actions including hiring, promotions, transfers, performance appraisals, recognition, and scheduling time off.
• Participates in system-wide committees related to sterilization and disinfection; evaluates new products and equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

AAMI/IAHCSMM/OSHA knowledge

Surgical instrumentation knowledge

Stress management

Computer literacy

BLS

Instrument tracking system experience

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

AdventHealth in Lake Wales, Florida, seeks a seasoned Sterile Processing Department leader to oversee personnel, financials, and operations. You will ensure compliance with AAMI and OSHA standards, manage policies and QA programs, and coordinate with Surgery leadership to meet instrumentation needs.

The role requires 6+ years in sterile processing, knowledge of regulatory standards, and CRCST/CSPDT or equivalent certifications. Join a team focused on safety, quality, and excellent patient care.