Supervisor - Sterile Processing

Mohawk Valley Health System; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Valley Health System in Utica, NY is seeking a Supervisor of Sterile Processing to oversee daily SPD operations, coordinate staff, and ensure compliance with AAMI ST79 standards. The role supports OR services, training, and departmental efficiency, reporting to the SPD Manager.

The position emphasizes team leadership, effective communication, and a customer-service mindset within a busy hospital environment. Shift details and compensation align with MVHS policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• 1 year of experience in Sterile Processing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, guide and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily SPD operations and assigns work to staff.
• Ensures timely delivery of sterilized instruments to departments.
• Leads in-services, staff meetings, and huddles.
• Responds to OR calls and supports service delivery.
• Ensures compliance with AAMI ST79 standards.
• Collaborates with the SPD Manager on staff education and hiring actions.

Skills

Team leadership

Staff training

Communication skills

Scheduling

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related field

Job description

The Supervisor Sterile Processing is a working supervisor who provides support, training, and communication regarding the reprocessing of surgical instrumentation and trays in compliance with the Department of Health (DOH), DNV, OSHA, CDC, AAMI, & AORN and the MVHS policies. Coordinates and manages the day to day operations of SPD employees. Promotes a team based professional work environment.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations of all activities related to the processing of reusable instrumentation. Relays work instructions, distributes assignments and monitors work for quality and completeness. Promotes effective teamwork throughout the department and assists staff through upcoming and ongoing changes.
• Completes and approves schedules in a timely and efficient manner for assigned staff. Handles vacation requests and callouts.
• Ensures the timely delivery of sterilized instruments to appropriate departments and storage locations.
• Demonstrates and ensures proper handling and care for supplies and instrumentation in all aspects throughout processing.
• Ensures work is completed by the end of each shift and communicates any outstanding instrumentation needs to oncoming shift.
• Performs the duties of a Sterile Processing Tech to support the smooth operation of the department and the delivery of service excellence.
• Follows AAMI ST79 standards.
• Schedules, leads and actively participates in in-services, staff meetings, and daily huddles.
• Answers and responds to OR calls and needs accordingly.
• Collaborates with the SPD Manager for staff orientation and education of employees. Ensures all staff have the resources, tools and training necessary to fulfill their duties.
• Uses and promotes a customer service mindset in all operations. Communicates professionally with hospital staff, physicians and vendors in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships.
• Supports and adheres hospital/health system policies and regulations, ensuring all activities are in compliance.
• Promotes best practices with staff through open communication and continuous improvement of skills.
• Provides timely resolution to problems, issues or emergencies. Keeps SPD Manager informed of any concerns.
• With the Manager and Human Resources guidance, provides input to or makes recommendations on employee hires, performance reviews, transfers, promotions, salary changes, disciplinary actions, terminations and similar actions. Resolves grievances and other staff problems in a fair, timely and consistent manner also in conjunction with HR.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
  

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• 1 year of experience in Sterile Processing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, guide and motivate staff.
  

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Current Registered Central Supply Technician Certification (CRST)

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Shift Hours Worked 8.00

Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR

Employee Status A1 - Full-Time

Pay Range $24 - $41 per hour