Supervisor, Sterile Processing Department

Jobtailor; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Health System in New Jersey seeks a qualified Central Processing Supervisor to lead the Central Processing team and ensure compliant sterilization practices across the hospital and affiliated clinics. The role requires leadership, attention to detail, and a solid background in Central Processing.

Candidates should have five or more years of Central Processing experience, NJ DOH-recognized CS Technician training, and CIS certification, with strong English communication skills for reporting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CS Technician course recognized by NJ DoH.
• National Central Service Technician Certification required.
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) required.
• Five+ years of verifiable Central Processing experience.
• English communication and writing ability.
• Strong supervisory and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Central Processing personnel.
• Coordinate all departmental activities.
• Assess, standardize, and monitor sterilization equipment, protocols, and practices across the Valley Health System.
• Oversee sterilization practices for the hospital, Luckow Pavilion, and Valley Medical Group practices.
• Submit regular reports to the Infection Control Committee.
• Implement new ideas using AAMI standards as a reference.
• Set priorities and respond quickly to emergent situations.
• Problem-solve and follow through to resolve issues and concerns.

Skills

English communication

Customer relations

Supervisory skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

AAMI standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Central Service Technician course (NJ DoH)

National Central Service Technician Certification

Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS)

Job description

• Supervise Central Processing personnel
• Coordinate all departmental activities
• Assess, standardize, and monitor sterilization equipment, protocols, and practices across the Valley Health System
• Oversee sterilization practices for the hospital, Luckow Pavilion, and Valley Medical Group practices
• Submit regular reports to the Infection Control Committee
• Implement new ideas using AAMI standards as a reference
• Set priorities and respond quickly to emergent situations
• Problem-solve and follow through to resolve issues and concerns

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Central Service Technician course recognized by the New Jersey Department of Health
• National Central Service Technician Certification required
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) required
• Five plus years of verifiable Central Processing experience
• Good hand-eye coordination and basic math skills
• Ability to communicate and write in English
• Effective customer relation, supervisory, and analytical skills
• Ability to problem-solve and follow through to resolve issues, concerns, and problems
• Effective time management and ability to set priorities and respond quickly to emergent situations
• Attention to detail and ability to perform work accurately while changing tasks
• Understanding of AAMI standards

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Central Processing and Sterilization practices, with a strong focus on AAMI standards and effective supervisory skills. Capable of problem-solving and managing departmental activities while ensuring compliance with health regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• National Central Service Technician Certification
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS)
• Five Plus Years of Central Processing Experience
• Understanding of AAMI Standards
• Effective Customer Relation Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Central Processing
• Sterilization Equipment Monitoring
• Protocol Standardization
• Basic Math Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management

Soft Skills

• Supervisory Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Effective Communication
• Customer Relations

Certifications & Qualifications

• National Central Service Technician Certification
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS)

Industry Keywords

• AAMI Standards
• Infection Control Committee
• Central Service Technician Course
• Emergent Situations