Sterile Processing Manager
About The Position
Join a nationally recognized Magnet® hospital as the Sterile Processing Manager, leading high-volume, multi-service sterile processing operations at one of North Carolina’s top surgical facilities. This full-time evening leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee a skilled team supporting Endoscopy, OR, CVOR, and L&D service lines across both inpatient and outpatient settings. Mission Hospital, an 815-bed flagship facility for Mission Health, ranks among America’s 50 Best Hospitals and is the region’s only Level II Trauma Center. The Sterile Processing team plays a critical role in ensuring surgical quality, patient safety, and operational excellence across the system.
Requirements
- Two-Year Surgical Technology Course or current CRCST or CSPDT certification (IAHCSMM required)
- Minimum 3 years of Sterile Processing experience
- Minimum 2 years of leadership/supervisory experience
- Knowledge of OR instrumentation, aseptic technique, and infection control principles
- Strong communication, technical, and organizational skills
Nice To Haves
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare, Business, or related field
- Experience in large acute-care or surgery-center sterile processing operations
- Familiarity with SPM Workflow or similar tracking software
Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision for Sterile Processing staff and Team Leads.
- Oversee decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and distribution of surgical instruments.
- Ensure compliance with IAHCSMM, AAMI, and regulatory standards.
- Maintain and enhance quality control programs and instrument tracking through SPM Workflow.
- Collaborate with perioperative, surgical, and infection-prevention teams to ensure workflow efficiency.
- Assist in staff hiring, orientation, performance evaluation, and continuing education.
- Support the Director of Sterile Processing in department planning, resource allocation, and process improvement initiatives.
- Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary ($52K – $90K DOE)
- Relocation assistance starting at $5,000 + potential sign-on bonus
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition reimbursement and career advancement pathways
- Paid time off, disability, and life insurance
- Mental-health support, counseling, and employee wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
