Sterile Processing Operations Manager

Children’s Hospital of Orange County; United States; On-site; USD 91,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital of Orange County seeks a Manager of Sterile Processing to lead decontamination and sterilization across surgical services and patient care areas. The role emphasizes compliance with Title 22 and CDPH, cost-effective department management, and staff leadership within a dynamic pediatric setting.

The Manager will establish policies, supervise staff, and collaborate with Surgical Services to ensure safe, efficient operations that meet regulatory standards and patient safety

Qualifications

• Required: Minimum five (5) years of Sterile Processing experience in a Senior and/or Lead Tech capacity. Understanding of Title 22 and CDPH regulations for in-hospital sterilization regulations, quality control, and biological monitoring.
• Preferred: Five years of Sterile Processing or Central Supply Management experience; Operating Room experience; Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee decontamination and sterile processing in collaboration with Surgical Services.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain cost-effective department operations.
• Establish policies and procedures related to decontamination and sterilization.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Leadership

Quality control

Infection control

English communication

Computer skills

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Surgical Technology

Graduate of two-year accredited surgical technology program

Job description

Children’s Hospital of Orange County seeks a Manager of Sterile Processing to lead decontamination and sterilization across surgical services and patient care areas. The role emphasizes compliance with Title 22 and CDPH, cost-effective department management, and staff leadership within a dynamic pediatric setting.

The Manager will establish policies, supervise staff, and collaborate with Surgical Services to ensure safe, efficient operations that meet regulatory standards and patient safety