Sterile Processing Manager

Sterile Processing Manager

The Sterile Processing Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations of the Central Sterile Processing Department. This position ensures the proper decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and supporting high-quality patient care.

Oversee the daily operations of the Central Sterile Processing Department. Ensure proper decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment. Maintain compliance with AAMI, Joint Commission, OSHA, CDC, and hospital policies and procedures. Supervise staffing, scheduling, workflow, employee training, and departmental performance. Manage instrument inventories, vendor trays, emergency code carts, and sterilization quality assurance programs. Collaborate with Operating Room, Nursing, and ancillary departments to ensure efficient patient care. Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, competencies, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Minimum 3 years of Central Sterile Processing and/or Operating Room experience. Previous leadership or management experience preferred. CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) Certification required. Leadership certification (or willingness to obtain within three years of hire). Strong knowledge of sterilization processes, instrument management, and regulatory compliance. Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.