Supervisor Central Sterile Processing and Central Supply-Central Sterile Processing

MetroHealth; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER in Cleveland seeks a Sterile Processing Supervisor to oversee reprocessing and maintenance of reusable instruments and equipment. You will ensure efficient case-cart workflows and quality standards across the department.

The role leads training and scheduling for sterile processing staff, monitors productivity, and supports a culture of excellent service throughout the health system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of recent operating room or sterile processing experience.
• Certification by a national agency in sterile processing within 6 months.
• Demonstrated PC proficiency.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversees reprocessing and maintenance of reusable instrumentation, supplies, and equipment.
• Directs distribution of instruments to surgery via case cart system.
• Coordinates orientation, training, and scheduling of sterile processing staff.
• Monitors productivity and performance of the department.
• Upholds system-wide customer service standards.

Skills

PC proficiency

Independent worker

Training team members

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification by a national agency in sterile processing within 6 months

Tools

Process improvement (Lean)

Job description

Location

METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Biweekly Hours

80

Shift

Days, 645a-315p, rotating weekends and call

Summary

Provides direct supervision in the reprocessing, and maintenance of reusable instrumentation, medical supplies, and equipment used in the health care facility. Oversees distribution of instruments and supplies to surgery via a case cart system, ensuring efficient and timely flow. Oversees assigned activities to the department to ensure quality, productivity, and performance expectations are met. Coordinates orientation, training, and scheduling of central sterile processing personnel. Monitors the productivity and effectiveness of the Central Sterile Processing Department. Upholds the standards of the system-wide customer service program.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam.
• 2 years of recent operating room or sterile processing experience with general knowledge of instrument processing technology and experience training team members.
• Certification by a national agency in sterile processing within 6 months of employment.
• Demonstrated PC proficiency. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred

• Case cart management experience Lean or equivalent process improvement experience

Physical Demands

• May need to move around intermittently during the day, including sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and ambulating.
• May need to remain still for extended periods, including sitting and standing.
• Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications.
• Ability to read job related documents.
• Ability to use computer.