Supervisor of Sterile Processing

Methodist Healthcare System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, vision

Wellbeing support and counseling

Paid time off and disability coverage

401(k) plan with match

Tuition and certification support

Employee discounts

Job summary

Methodist Hospital is seeking a Supervisor of Sterile Processing to lead the SPD, direct shift teams, and ensure compliance with national and state standards. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other departments to maintain high-quality sterile processing services.

The candidate will oversee SPD operations, coordinate training and competencies, and uphold regulatory requirements while maintaining patient safety and efficiency in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in a sterile processing technician role OR surgical technologist role.
• Graduate of a formal sterile processing technology program or surgical technologist program.
• High School Diploma or GED required and official certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs all activities in the Sterile Processing Department (SPD).
• Orients and directs shift team members and ensures SPD equipment and records comply with regulatory standards.
• Promotes collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, department heads, and other departments.

Skills

Sterile processing experience

Leadership / supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of sterile processing technology program

Graduate of surgical technologist program

Tools

CSPDT

CRCST

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Supervisor of Sterile Processing? At Methodist Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Supervisor is responsible for the provision of re‑usable sterile products in all areas for use in the hospital. The Supervisor directs all activities in SPD, orienting and directing shift team members. The Supervisor ensures all SPD equipment & records are in compliance with governing agencies standards. Consistently follows the National Standards and Recommended Practices for Sterilization, supplies, and equipment and promotes collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, department heads, and personnel of other departments. Adheres to national and state standards, regulatory requirements and hospital department policies.

What qualifications you will need:

• High School Diploma or GED
• New hires as of 01/01/2013 must have ONE of the following:
• Graduate of a formal sterile processing technology program
• Graduate of a formal surgical technologist program
• Three (3) years of experience in a sterile processing technician role OR surgical technologist role.

Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable).

Preferred: Graduate of accredited Sterile Processing Program or Surgical Technology program

Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required:

ONE of the following:

• Certified Sterile Processing Technician (CSPDT) from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (formerly NICHSPDP).
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from the International Association of Healthcare Central Service material Management

Benefits

Methodist Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.

As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at www.sahealth.com and select Methodist Hospital under Locations.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Supervisor of Sterile Processing opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.