Director of Sterile Processing

Director of Sterile Processing Instrumentum Richmond, Virginia, United States About this position WHAT WE DO Instrumentum is an innovative provider of off‑site surgical instrument sterilization, transportation, storage, and loaner tray logistics, serving health systems and ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). With the recent acquisitions of early market movers in this space, we are growing a national footprint with a mission to disrupt a traditionally fragmented and under‑digitized sterile processing industry. We are scaling rapidly to address the rising demand for elective surgeries and streamlined sterile processing services. WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT? Sterilization Processing Departments (SPDs) are one of the most important and yet most overlooked areas of a hospital or surgery center. This is a critical and growing problem as staffing shortages, poorly maintained facilities, and failure to adhere to the standards required to ensure patient and staff safety are increasing costs and potentially putting lives at risk. Even though sterilization is central to providing surgeries, it is often an afterthought for most facilities. The people that work in the SPD know it, and the deteriorating morale of the SPD workforce is adding to the decrease in sterilization competency. WHAT WE NEED At Instrumentum, the Regional Director of Sterile Processing is a strategic and operational leader responsible for the performance, consistency, and leadership development of sterile processing teams across multiple sites within a defined region – in this case, the Richmond, Virginia market. This role moves beyond facility‑level ownership. You will lead and develop site‑level SPD leaders, establish regional standards, and ensure operational and quality alignment across locations. You’ll connect the day‑to‑day realities of sterile processing with the broader regional strategy – creating structure, clarity, and accountability across multiple facilities, partners, and leadership teams. This is not a shift leadership role, and it is not confined to one department. It is a regional leadership position responsible for building strong local leaders, ensuring consistent performance, and elevating sterile processing operations across an entire market. If you’re ready to lead through other leaders, scale excellence, and shape how sterile processing operates across a region – this may be your next step. WHAT YOU WILL DO Regional Leadership & Strategy Provide leadership oversight for sterile processing operations across multiple Richmond‑area sites Lead and develop site‑level Directors, Coordinators, and SPD leadership teams Establish regional priorities, performance goals, and operating standards Align site operations with company strategy and regional growth initiatives Operations & Compliance Oversight Ensure consistent adherence to AAMI, CDC, CMS, and accreditation standards across all sites Oversee regional audit readiness, inspection outcomes, and policy implementation Standardize workflows, documentation, and process execution across facilities Monitor performance trends and proactively address operational risks Leadership Development & Talent Management Mentor and coach SPD Directors and leadership teams within the region Partner with HR and Talent to build succession pipelines and leadership capability Drive consistent performance management practices and accountability frameworks Support hiring strategy and onboarding for SPD leadership roles Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement Implement and monitor regional quality metrics (accuracy, turnaround time, throughput, compliance) Lead regional root‑cause investigations and systemic corrective actions Scale best practices across facilities to improve consistency and outcomes Partner with clinical, logistics, and operations leaders to drive system‑wide improvements Cross‑Functional & Partner Collaboration Serve as the regional SPD leader in collaboration with Logistics, Transportation, Facility Leadership, and external partners Support customer partnerships and operational alignment across hospital systems Represent sterile processing in regional leadership discussions and strategic initiatives WHAT WE OFFER A compelling vision and mission, and the collective pursuit of excellence. A great environment. We’re fun to work with and are building an awesome team. Generous benefits and growth opportunities with a well‑positioned, fast‑growing company. WHAT YOU WILL DELIVER Consistent, compliant, high‑performing sterile processing operations across the Richmond region Strong site‑level SPD leadership teams equipped to lead independently Standardized processes and measurable improvements in quality and throughput A leadership culture that attracts, develops, and retains top sterile processing talent Regional visibility into performance, risk, and operational opportunities WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE Certification in sterile processing (CRCST or equivalent required) 7+ years of sterile processing experience, including 4+ years in leadership roles Demonstrated success leading multiple teams, departments, or sites Strong knowledge of industry regulations, infection control practices, and audit readiness Proven ability to build and develop leaders and drive performance through others Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and operational leadership skills Experience in high‑volume, multi‑site, or health system environments strongly preferred DETAILS This role is based in the Richmond, Virginia region and requires regular travel between partner sites and facilities within the market. You will need to fully cooperate with and adhere to all company health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures, communicating suggestions for improvement as necessary. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Instrumentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal or applicable state laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr