Sterile Processing Supervisor-Full Time (Ben Taub Hospital)

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harris Health System in Houston, TX is seeking a Sterile Processing Supervisor to oversee decontamination, assembly, sterilization, instrument storage and OR case cart distribution. The role supports the program manager with HR-related tasks and helps uphold quality and efficiency in a high-demand environment.

Responsibilities include supervising workflow, ensuring compliance with Central Service standards, and coordinating with Nursing and Ambulatory Care Services.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Licensure/Certification: CRCST, CSPDT, or CST required; certification within 1 year if not present.
• Work experience: 3 years Sterile Processing/OR experience.
• Management experience: Documented leadership roles in OR/Sterile Processing.
• Skills/Knowledge: Strong instrumentation knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee decontamination, assembly, sterilization, instrument storage and OR case cart distribution.
• Assist the program manager with HR-related functions and staff development.
• Ensure compliance with Central Service standards and quality benchmarks.
• Coordinate with Nursing units and Ambulatory Care services to support operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Instrumentation knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Us

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

The Sterile Processing Supervisor is responsible for supervising the workflow processes of decontamination, assembly, packaging, sterilization, instrumentation, storage and preparation and distribution of OR case carts, as well as distribution of instrumentation for other Nursing units and Ambulatory Care Services. The Sterile Processing Supervisor: assists the program manager in human resource-related functions; demonstrates personal and professional effectiveness; willingness to delegate job duties; acceptance of new ideas; and the ability to work under stressful conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/specialized training/licensure:
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent
• Licensure/Certification: Certified Registered central Service Technician (CRCST), Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required. Certification in Central Service/Sterile Processing must be achieved within 1 year of employment if not present at hire.
• Work experience: Three (3) years of Sterile Processing/OR experience required.
• Management experience: Documented leadership roles in OR/Sterile Processing.
• Skills/Knowledge: Strong instrumentation knowledge.

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
• Bilingual Skills Required: No Languages: Bilingual skills preferred
• Writing /Composing (Correspondence/Reports)
• Other Skills: Analytical, Medical Terms, P.C., Word Proc
• Advanced Education: Advanced TrainingSpecialty: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Certified Sterile Processing Distribution Technician (CSPDT), or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).
• Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, Overtime, Travel, On Call