Director of Sterile Processing

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

11h

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Director is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and management of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD). This role ensures that all surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are processed, sterilized, and distributed according to regulatory standards, hospital policies, and industry best practices. The Director collaborates with perioperative services, infection control, and other departments to support safe, efficient patient care.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Nursing, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum of 7–10 years of sterile processing experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of sterilization science, infection prevention, and regulatory standards
• Proven ability to manage budgets, staffing, and operations in a healthcare environment
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
• CRCST – HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution)
• 9 years progressive work experience and 4 years management experience.
• State licensure and/or professional certification requirement/s dependent on position.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Nice To Haves

• Master’s preferred

Responsibilities

• Overall leadership of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD)
• Strategic direction of the SPD
• Management of the SPD
• Ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are processed, sterilized, and distributed according to regulatory standards, hospital policies, and industry best practices
• Collaboration with perioperative services, infection control, and other departments to support safe, efficient patient care

What This Job Offers

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