Director of Sterile Processing - Asheville, North Carolina (Full Time, Direct Hire)

NavitasPartners • Asheville, NC

17h • $110,000 - $170,000

About The Position

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking Director of Sterile Processing for an exciting job in Asheville, NC.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Nursing, or completion of a two-year Surgical Technology program
• CRCST or CSPDT certification (required)
• IAHCSMM / HSPA certification (required)
• Minimum of 5 years of Sterile Processing experience in an acute care hospital environment
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience within Central Sterile Processing
• Demonstrated experience leading large teams in high-volume hospital settings
• Strong knowledge of OR instrumentation, aseptic technique, and infection control practices

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for Sterile Processing operations across multiple service lines
• Lead, mentor, and develop managers, supervisors, and frontline staff
• Partner collaboratively with Perioperative Services, OR, CVOR, Endoscopy, Labor & Delivery, and Ambulatory leaders
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention standards, regulatory requirements, and accreditation bodies
• Oversee quality control programs, audits, and performance improvement initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement in productivity, turnaround times, and service reliability
• Recruit, develop, and retain a highly skilled Sterile Processing workforce
• Ensure staff competency, certification compliance, and ongoing education
• Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational excellence
• Integrate Sterile Processing operations with hospital-wide clinical workflows
• Recommend staffing models, capital equipment, and operational resources to support growth
• Represent Sterile Processing in organizational leadership initiatives and committees

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical
• retirement
• paid time off
• leadership development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director