Sterile Processing Supervisor

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Sterile Processing Supervisor to provide operational leadership for the Sterile Processing Department. In this role, you will supervise Lead Technicians and Sterile Processing Technicians, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and quality assurance measures.

Your responsibilities will include coordinating daily workflow, staff competency, and customer service. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, certification in sterile processing, and a minimum of 3 years of experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of sterile processing experience, including a leadership role.
• Knowledge of sterilization principles and infection prevention practices.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of Sterile Processing Technicians.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and uphold quality assurance standards.
• Oversee daily workflow and staff scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Sterilization principles

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Infection prevention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification in sterile processing

Job description

Job Description

The Sterile Processing Supervisor provides operational and technical leadership for the Sterile Processing Department (SPD), ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant reprocessing of surgical instruments and medical devices. This role directly supervises Lead Technicians, Sterile Processing Technicians I, II, III, and Non‑Certified Technicians, and is responsible for daily workflow coordination, staff competency, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and customer service to perioperative and procedural areas.

The Supervisor ensures adherence to regulatory standards, quality assurance measures, productivity expectations, and professional development of staff while supporting organizational and perioperative goals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of Sterile Processing Technicians and Lead Technicians.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and uphold quality assurance standards across all reprocessing processes.
• Maintain staff competency, provide training, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Oversee daily workflow, productivity, and staff scheduling to meet departmental objectives.
• Serve as a customer service liaison for perioperative and procedural teams.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Certification in sterile processing (CRCST – HSPA or CBSPD) and maintenance of that certification.
• Minimum 3 years of sterile processing experience, including a leadership role.
• Knowledge of sterilization principles, microbiology, infection prevention practices, instrument names, functions, and specialty sets.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic computer proficiency for documentation and record‑keeping.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced certifications such as CIS, CER, or CHL.
• Experience as a preceptor or trainer.
• Familiarity with electronic instrument tracking systems.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & posture: standing, sitting, walking continuously; climbing stairs infrequently; working indoors continuously; working outdoors infrequently; working from elevated areas frequently; working in confined/cramped spaces frequently; kneeling infrequently; bending at the waist continuously; twisting at the waist frequently; squatting frequently.
• Manual dexterity & strength: pinching operations frequently; gross motor use (fingers/hands) continuous; firm grasping continuous; fine manipulation continuous; reaching overhead frequently; reaching in all directions continuous; repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders) continuous; full use of both legs continuous; balance and coordination (lower extremities) frequent.
• Lifting & force: lift/carry 50 lbs unassisted infrequently; lift/lower 50 lbs from floor to 36 in. infrequently; lift up to 25 lbs overhead infrequently; exert up to 50 lbs of force frequently.
• Vision & sensory: maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes) continuous; recognize objects (near/far) continuous; color discrimination continuous; depth perception continuous; peripheral vision continuous.
• Hearing acuity (with correction) continuous; tactile sensory function continuous; gross motor with fine motor coordination continuous.

Work Environment & Conditions

• Effective stress management continuous.
• Rotating shifts frequent.
• Overtime as required frequent.
• Latex‑safe environment continuous.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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