Sterile Processing Supervisor

Lincoln Surgical Hospital/Nebraska Surgery Center • Lincoln, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lincoln Surgical Hospital is an innovative leader in delivering exceptional surgical care. Our skilled physicians and dedicated staff are committed to achieving outstanding patient outcomes in a patient-focused, team-oriented environment. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sterile Processing Supervisor to lead our Sterile Processing Department and support surgical excellence. The Sterile Processing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with all regulatory standards. This role provides leadership to staff while maintaining high standards in instrument reprocessing, sterilization, and departmental performance.

Requirements

• Certified Surgical Technologist or experience in a related allied health field required
• Current BLS certification required upon hire
• Sterile Processing certification required within one (1) year of employment

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe and efficient decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, national standards, and hospital policies
• Supervise daily operations to ensure timely delivery of clean and sterile instruments to the operating room
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels to support department and surgical needs
• Monitor productivity and quality metrics; identify and implement process improvements
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, staff, leadership, and other departments
• Support quality assurance initiatives, including reporting and participation on committees
• Promote a safe work environment through proper use of universal precautions and personal protective equipment
• Demonstrate expertise in sterile processing standards and best practices
• Lead all supervisory functions, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action
• Establish and drive departmental goals, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and budgets
• Manage payroll processes, including approvals, overtime monitoring, and attendance tracking
• Communicate staffing changes, leaves, and vacancies promptly to Human Resources

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 24/7 Wellness Center

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed