Manager, Central Sterile Processing

Pinnacle Health Systems • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

UPMC St. Margaret is seeking a Manager of Central Sterile Processing to oversee sterile processing operations at our facility. This daylight role (8- or 10-hour shifts, Monday-Friday) offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, optimize tray management, and drive quality and efficiency in a critical support department. If you're experienced in staff management, scheduling, and surgical instrumentation logistics-and ready to make a meaningful impact-this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Requirements

• Associate degree in nursing, Business, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in Central Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology.
• 3 years supervisory or team lead experience required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, physicians, staff of other hospital departments, and outside contacts.
• Must have a Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution or Certified Registered Central Service Technician provisional certification and pass the certification exam prior to moving into the role.
• Must complete 10 hours of continuing education to remain qualified as a Central Sterile Technician on an annual basis.
• Must be able to stand for all shift hours and be able to pick up, push, pull etc. 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of sterile processing professionals, including hiring, scheduling, and performance management.
• Collaborate with OR clinicians and leadership to manage surgical tray inventory, consignment contracts, and instrumentation needs.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies and ensure staff competency and orientation.
• Monitor departmental performance, budgets, and supply levels; provide regular reports to the OR Unit Director.
• Serve as a key liaison between Sterile Processing and internal stakeholders to ensure service satisfaction.
• Remain accessible for 24/7 staff support (no on-call, weekends, or holidays required).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support a culture of safety, accountability, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees