Supervisor, Sterile Processing

Supervisor, Sterile ProcessingJefferson Healthcare is seeking an experienced and collaborative Sterile Processing Supervisor to provide day-to-day leadership for Sterile Processing operations, endoscopy reprocessing, and assigned surgical supply activities.This is a working leadership role for someone who understands the technical demands of sterile processing and also knows how to coach people, improve systems, maintain compliance, and build a strong department culture.You will work closely with Surgical Services leadership, physicians, procedural teams, clinics, Endoscopy, Infection Prevention, Supply Chain, Facilities, and Biomedical Engineering to help ensure safe, efficient, and dependable patient care.What You Will DoAs the Sterile Processing Supervisor, you will provide direct supervision and operational leadership for Sterile Processing staff while remaining actively involved in department operations.Your responsibilities will include:Leading daily Sterile Processing operations, staffing assignments, workflow priorities, and instrument processing schedulesSupervising and participating in decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of instruments and medical devicesOverseeing flexible endoscope cleaning, disinfection, inspection, testing, storage, maintenance, and documentationEnsuring compliance with manufacturer Instructions for Use, infection prevention standards, and regulatory requirementsMonitoring sterilization quality assurance activities, including biological and chemical monitoringMaintaining compliance with AAMI standards, AORN guidelines, SGNA standards, DNV requirements, CMS Conditions of Participation, and Washington State regulationsManaging instrument and surgical supply inventory, PAR levels, purchasing coordination, product rotation, backorders, substitutions, and vendor communicationCoordinating instrument repair, maintenance, replacement, and procurementDeveloping orientation, competency, education, and professional development programsCoaching, mentoring, evaluating, and developing Sterile Processing employeesConducting competency assessments, performance evaluations, and corrective action when appropriateSupporting department budgets, resource management, and responsible financial stewardshipInvestigating operational concerns and implementing solutions that improve safety, compliance, efficiency, and serviceCollaborating across Surgical Services, Endoscopy, Infection Prevention, Supply Chain, clinics, Facilities, and Biomedical EngineeringMaintaining accurate sterilization, quality, competency, inventory, and regulatory recordsPerforming Sterile Processing Technician duties when needed to support the departmentThe full position description also emphasizes employee engagement, teamwork, accountability, accreditation readiness, quality improvement, and responsible inventory stewardship.What You Will BringRequired QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentCurrent Certified Registered Central Service Technician, CRCST, certificationCurrent American Heart Association Basic Life Support certificationAt least three years of progressively responsible Sterile Processing experiencePrevious leadership or supervisory experienceExperience supervising staff, conducting competency assessments, providing employee education, and managing performanceWorking knowledge of AAMI standards, AORN guidelines, SGNA standards, infection prevention principles, regulatory requirements, and manufacturer Instructions for UseExperience with inventory control, supply chain coordination, purchasing processes, and surgical supply operationsExperience developing and implementing quality assurance and performance improvement initiativesPreferred QualificationsExperience with flexible endoscope reprocessingCertified Instrument Specialist certificationCertified Endoscope Reprocessor certificationCertified Healthcare Leader certificationThe Leadership Style That Will Thrive HereJefferson Healthcare is looking for a leader who is technically strong, highly dependable, and genuinely invested in people.You may be a strong fit if you:Lead with professionalism, accountability, and consistencyEnjoy coaching and developing employeesCommunicate effectively with physicians, clinical teams, leaders, and vendorsCan balance competing priorities in a busy procedural environmentUnderstand that quality, documentation, and compliance are essential to patient safetyApproach problems thoughtfully and follow through on solutionsValue collaboration across departmentsAre willing to work alongside your team when operational needs require itWant to build a high-performing department rather than simply maintain oneWhy This Role MattersSterile Processing professionals may work behind the scenes, but their impact reaches every patient who enters a procedural or surgical setting.The decisions made in this department affect:Patient safetyInfection preventionSurgical readinessPhysician and staff confidenceRegulatory complianceInstrument availabilityDepartment efficiencyEmployee performanceThe overall reliability of patient careThis supervisor will help create the systems, standards, and team culture that allow Surgical Services to operate safely and successfully.Compensation and BenefitsJefferson Healthcare offers:Salary of $67K to $101K, depending on experienceFull-time, non-exempt leadership positionEmployer contributions to retirementLow insurance premiums for individuals and familiesA benefits package ranked among the top 1% in Washington StateGenerous paid time offAdditional benefits designed to support employees and their familiesIndividual offers are based on qualifications and experience. Most offers are expected to fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range, with placement above the midpoint reserved for candidates whose qualifications significantly exceed the minimum requirements.A Place to Lead and BelongThis is an opportunity to lead an essential department, develop a committed team, and contribute directly to the safety and strength of a respected rural healthcare organization.You will be joining a hospital that values patient-centered care, operational excellence, collaboration, and the importance of keeping high-quality healthcare close to home.At Jefferson Healthcare, your work will matter every day.How to ApplyApply through Rural Staffing Services® to receive personal guidance and support throughout the process.Please submit your resume and include a brief note describing:Your Sterile Processing leadership experienceYour current certificationsYour experience with endoscopy reprocessing, staff development, quality assurance, or surgical supply operationsWhat interests you about Jefferson Healthcare and living in Port TownsendQualified candidates will be contacted directly by RSS for a confidential conversation before being presented to Jefferson Healthcare.Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Candidates must complete applicable pre-employment screenings in accordance with organizational policy and Washington State law.