Sterile Processing Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Medical University of South Carolina • North Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Supervisor provides operational and technical leadership for the Sterile Processing Department (SPD), ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant reprocessing of surgical instruments and medical devices. This role directly supervises Lead Technicians, Sterile Processing Technicians I, II, III, and Non-Certified Technicians, and is responsible for daily workflow coordination, staff competency, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and customer service to perioperative and procedural areas. The Supervisor ensures adherence to regulatory standards, quality assurance measures, productivity expectations, and professional development of staff while supporting organizational and perioperative goals.

Requirements

• Graduate of high school or GED equivalency required.
• Must be certified and maintain a certification in sterile processing form CRCST – HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution).
• Minimum of three (3) years of sterile processing experience in sterile processing and/or leadership role.
• Knowledge of sterilization principles, microbiology, and infection prevention practices.
• Knowledge of instrument names, functions, and specialty sets.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer proficiency for documentation and recordkeeping.
• Ability to perform job functions while standing.
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting.
• Ability to perform job functions while walking.
• Ability to work indoors.
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.
• Ability to bend at the waist.
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands.
• Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands.
• Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
• Ability to fully use both legs.
• Ability to reach in all directions.
• Ability to maintain vision 20/40 corrected.
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance.
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors.
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
• Good peripheral vision capabilities.
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment.
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
• Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced certification (CIS, CER, CHL) preferred.
• Experience as a preceptor or trainer.
• Familiarity with electronic instrument tracking systems.
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) and/or Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) certification preferred.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to work outside in temperature extremes.
• Ability to work from elevated areas.
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.
• Ability to twist at the waist.
• Ability to squat and perform job functions.
• Ability to perform “pinching” operations.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.

Responsibilities

• Provides operational and technical leadership for the Sterile Processing Department (SPD).
• Ensures the safe, efficient, and compliant reprocessing of surgical instruments and medical devices.
• Directly supervises Lead Technicians, Sterile Processing Technicians I, II, III, and Non-Certified Technicians.
• Responsible for daily workflow coordination, staff competency, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and customer service to perioperative and procedural areas.
• Ensures adherence to regulatory standards, quality assurance measures, productivity expectations, and professional development of staff.
• Supports organizational and perioperative goals.

Benefits

• Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED