Supervisor, Sterile Processing

Supervisor Sterile Processing - Evening Shift - $10,000 sign on Bonus

Ready to lead the team that keeps surgical care running safely and seamlessly? As our Supervisor of Sterile Processing, you'll take charge of a vital operation guiding a skilled team through every step of instrument reprocessing, from collection and decontamination to sterilization and distribution.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love leading with purpose, and want to make a real impact behind the scenes of patient care, this is your moment!! Apply today!!!

What you will do!

• Provide internal Sterile Processing support to the Operating Room, nursing units, and specialty procedural areas
• Deliver external support to Kootenai Outpatient Surgery and Kootenai Clinic Physicians
• Oversee department scheduling, staffing, and daily assignments
• Develop, implement, and update policies and procedures
• Partner with leadership on hiring, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions
• Conduct audits and ensure accurate documentation and quality assurance compliance
• Direct instrument repair processes and coordinate replacement purchases
• Support capital equipment planning and procurement
• Oversee and maintain the instrument tracking system for all users
• Participate in meetings, committees, and cross-functional initiatives
• Manage departmental budget and resource allocation
• Maintain knowledge of industry standards and best practices (AAMI, AORN)
• Ensure consistent, reliable attendance and team accountability
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements & Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
  
  • Associate's Degree required OR Relevant certification (e.g., Certification in Healthcare Leadership - CHL) or 2 years of related experience may substitute for degree (total of 5 years related experience)
• Experience:
  
  • Minimum of 3 years of sterile processing or related experience required
• Certifications:
  
  • Central Service Certification through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) required
  • Continuing education and additional certifications strongly encouraged
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  
  • Strong understanding of AAMI, AORN, and industry standards
  • Proven leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
  • Experience with quality assurance processes and documentation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar tools for reporting and documentation
  • Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-stakes healthcare environment

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
• Must be able to stoop, crouch, or bend
• Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc

About Kootenai Health

• Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
  As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer'paid options for eligible full'time employees, plus affordable plans for part'time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
• Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
• Retirement plans with pre'tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%-6%
• Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• Award'winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
• PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
• And an employee referral bonus program

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Apply today!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

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