Sterile Processing Operations Lead (Day Shift)

University of Maryland Medical System; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center in Largo, MD is seeking a Central Sterile Processing Supervisor to lead the department and ensure sterilization standards. You will oversee decontamination, processing, packaging, and availability of sterile instruments to support patient care.

The ideal candidate has CRCST certification, strong leadership, and 3–5 years of Central Sterile Processing experience, with a focus on quality, safety, and staff development in a fast-paced hospital

Qualifications

• CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certification required.
• CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader) preferred.
• 3–5 years of Central Sterile Processing experience required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience within Central Sterile Processing preferred.
• Knowledge of sterilization practices, infection control, regulatory standards, inventory, and quality improvement.
• College degree or equivalent experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily Central Sterile Processing operations and staff.
• Oversee decontamination, cleaning, processing, sterilization, packaging, and preparation.
• Monitor sterilization processes, testing, autoclave operation, documentation.
• Ensure proper tray assembly and timely distribution of sterile instruments.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and daily department coverage.
• Maintain inventory and cost-effective utilization of supplies.
• Train and coach staff development and ongoing education.
• Support quality and performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies and safety standards.
• Serve as department resource in manager's absence.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational teams for workflow.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coaching

Workflow management

Infection control

Education

CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician)

CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader)

College degree or equivalent experience

Job description

University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center in Largo, MD is seeking a Central Sterile Processing Supervisor to lead the department and ensure sterilization standards. You will oversee decontamination, processing, packaging, and availability of sterile instruments to support patient care.

The ideal candidate has CRCST certification, strong leadership, and 3–5 years of Central Sterile Processing experience, with a focus on quality, safety, and staff development in a fast-paced hospital