Sterile Processing Supervisor

Next Move Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Next Move Healthcare seeks a Sterile Processing Supervisor to oversee 8–10 technicians at a high-volume hospital account in Bellevue, NY. The role collaborates with another Supervisor and Account Manager to ensure top-tier sterile processing and surgical support services.

The ideal candidate has strong sterile processing knowledge, hands-on leadership, and the ability to build productive relationships with hospital leadership and OR teams. CRCST is required and CER is preferred.

Qualifications

• CRCST certification is required.
• CER certification preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in an Operating Room and/or Sterile Processing environment.
• Frontline supervisory or leadership experience.
• High school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Must reside within approximately 30 miles of Bellevue or be willing to relocate to the area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, schedule, and support a team of sterile processing technicians.
• Oversee decontamination, inspection, assembly, wrapping, and sterilization processes.
• Ensure proper handling, maintenance, and reprocessing of surgical instruments, scopes, and equipment.
• Monitor employee performance, timekeeping, overtime, compliance, and quality standards.
• Assist with operating room support, equipment readiness, and post-procedure turnover as needed.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and coordinate equipment repairs and supply needs.
• Serve as a key point of contact for hospital leadership and OR staff.
• Conduct team meetings, performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with facility requirements, manufacturer guidelines, and sterile processing standards.
• Support rotational coverage as needed, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

CRCST certification

CER certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Sterile Processing Supervisor
Location: Bellevue, NY
Salary Range: $65,000–$78,000 annually, based on experience
Bonus: 10% annual bonus
Relocation: Assistance may be available; local candidates strongly preferred
Location Requirement: Must live within approximately 30 miles of Bellevue

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Supervisor to support operations at a high-volume hospital account in Bellevue, NY. This position will oversee approximately 8–10 employees and work closely with another Supervisor and the Account Manager to ensure consistent, high-quality sterile processing and surgical support services.

The ideal candidate brings strong sterile processing knowledge, hands-on leadership experience, and the ability to build strong working relationships with hospital leadership and operating room teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, schedule, and support a team of sterile processing technicians
• Oversee daily decontamination, inspection, assembly, wrapping, and sterilization processes
• Ensure proper handling, maintenance, and reprocessing of surgical instruments, scopes, and equipment
• Monitor employee performance, timekeeping, overtime, compliance, and quality standards
• Assist with operating room support, surgical equipment readiness, and post-procedure turnover as needed
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and coordinate equipment repairs and supply needs
• Serve as a key point of contact for hospital leadership and OR staff
• Conduct team meetings, performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action when necessary
• Ensure compliance with facility requirements, manufacturer guidelines, and established sterile processing standards
• Support rotational coverage as needed, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

• CRCST certification required
• CER certification preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in an Operating Room and/or Sterile Processing environment
• Previous frontline supervisory or leadership experience
• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and customer service skills
• Ability to effectively lead teams in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Must reside within approximately 30 miles of Bellevue or be willing to relocate to the area

Compensation

• $65,000–$78,000 annually, depending on experience
• 10% annual bonus
• Relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate