Sterile Processing Supervisor — Lead Quality & Turnaround

UPMC; Colonial Park (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Colonial Park, PA is seeking a role within its Central Sterile Processing department that coordinates daily operations, ensures instrument and equipment processing, and supports patient care teams. You will supervise staff, resolve service issues, and drive quality and efficiency improvements across instrument workflows.

The position emphasizes teamwork, mentorship, and adherence to standards to deliver safe, timely care. A sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 is offered based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Practices solid verbal and written communication, articulates to care providers, negotiates and recommends changes in unit practices; documentation promotes caregiver communication and patient safety.
• Demonstrates knowledge of performance improvement tools to enhance care quality and outcomes, sharing learnings across units or the system.
• Assists in reducing surgical instrument errors and works with leadership to establish a streamlined same-day turnaround for instrument processing.
• Develops productive relationships, mentors colleagues, and promotes respectful communication; supports work hours, time management and healthy lifestyles.
• Coordinates growth-oriented activities, facilitates staff development, and ensures ongoing education and credential maintenance.
• Shows interest in developing others, shares expertise, and collaborates with the broader healthcare team to improve patient care.

Job description

UPMC in Colonial Park, PA is seeking a role within its Central Sterile Processing department that coordinates daily operations, ensures instrument and equipment processing, and supports patient care teams. You will supervise staff, resolve service issues, and drive quality and efficiency improvements across instrument workflows.

The position emphasizes teamwork, mentorship, and adherence to standards to deliver safe, timely care. A sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 is offered based on experience.