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The Central Sterile Processing Assistant (CSPA) is an integral member of the Central Sterile Processing Department. Central Sterile Assistant will support the daily functions and workflow of the ...

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How much do central sterile processing manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for central sterile processing manager in the United States is $39.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.61 and $49.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges Central Sterile Processing Managers face in ensuring compliance with sterilization standards?

Central Sterile Processing Managers often encounter challenges such as keeping up with evolving regulatory requirements, managing staff training on new sterilization techniques, and ensuring consistent adherence to protocols under time constraints. They must also coordinate with surgical and nursing teams to address urgent instrument needs while minimizing risks of contamination. Proactive communication, ongoing education, and robust quality assurance programs are key strategies managers use to overcome these challenges and maintain a safe healthcare environment.

What is the difference between Central Sterile Processing Manager vs Central Sterile Processing Technician?

AspectCentral Sterile Processing ManagerCentral Sterile Processing Technician
CredentialsCertification (CBSPD or IAHCSMM), experience in managementHigh school diploma, certification preferred (CBSPD or IAHCSMM)
Work EnvironmentSterile processing departments, overseeing staffSterile processing areas, performing sterilization tasks
ResponsibilitiesSupervising staff, quality control, policy implementationCleaning, sterilizing, and assembling surgical instruments

The Central Sterile Processing Manager oversees the sterile processing department, managing staff and ensuring compliance, while the Central Sterile Processing Technician performs the hands-on sterilization tasks. Both roles require certification, but the manager has additional leadership responsibilities.

What does a Central Sterile Processing Manager do?

A Central Sterile Processing Manager oversees the sterilization and disinfection of medical instruments and equipment in healthcare facilities. They manage the central sterile processing department, ensuring that all tools are properly cleaned, sterilized, and ready for use in surgeries and medical procedures. Their responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining compliance with safety standards, managing inventory, and implementing best practices to prevent infections. This role is essential for patient safety and the smooth operation of hospitals and clinics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Central Sterile Processing Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Central Sterile Processing Manager, you need in-depth knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control, and regulatory standards, typically supported by a certification such as CRCST or CBSPD. Familiarity with instrument tracking systems, autoclaves, and inventory management software is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you manage teams and coordinate with clinical staff. These competencies are vital to ensure surgical instruments are processed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with healthcare regulations.
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Sterile Processing Supervisor - Central Sterile - Day

Sterile Processing Supervisor - Central Sterile - Day

WellSpan Health

Lebanon, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

WellSpan Health rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 301 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

189th of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description


General Summary
Supervises the day-to-day operations of the Central Sterile Processing Department. Ensures the recommended standards for set assembly, decontamination, inspection, containerizing and sterilization of surgical instruments are met. Ensures that the workflow remains consistent and continuous, providing superior customer service.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
  • Provides direct and effective supervision to ensure timely delivery of clean, sterile or High Level Disinfection instrumentation and medical equipment.
  • Maintains, monitors and controls service specific instrumentation and supplies for assigned Operating Room service lines; delegates responsibilities to assigned Sterile Processing Technician I and Technician II staff.
  • Reviews the daily surgical schedule and obtains instruments, supplies and equipment for scheduled and emergent procedures. Reconciles the surgical schedule and instrument/equipment inventory to prioritize instrumentation utilization for case carts.
  • Collaborates with Central Sterile Processing Manager in evaluating change in policies and procedures and implements appropriate systems to accommodate these changes.
  • Ensures that all equipment is functioning properly, notifies manufacturer or medical/instrument repair immediately when malfunctions occur and follows up on recurring issues.
  • Monitors inventory levels to maintain adequate supplies, reduce waste and control costs.
  • Ensures that all externs/students adhere to both departmental and administrative policies and procedures.
  • Monitors, maintains and records all department quality assurance systems activities in accordance with departmental and facility policy, The Joint Commission, DNV, CDC, FDA, ANSI/AAMI, OSHA and DOH regulations.
  • Collaborates with all departments to ensure that appropriate professional standards are consistently applied within both surgery and outpatient care areas.
  • Coordinates service-specific instrumentation procurement with Operating Room Service Line RNs, Sterile Processing Technician I and Technician II staff and the Central Sterile Processing Manager as needed.
  • Maintains the Biological Monitoring System/Records for Instrument Processing and Immediate Use Steam Sterilization Sterilizers used in Perioperative Suite.
  • Performs shift huddles in order to communicate department status with oncoming shift staff members.
  • Performs in a technician capacity as needed.

Common Expectations:
  • Prepares work schedules, assigns tasks, evaluates work performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions. Performs work of a similar nature as required.
  • Conducts departmental orientation, training, annual competency testing and educational in-service programs to maintain staff competency levels.
  • Assists management in payroll data entry.
  • Supports continuous improvement of quality and service to ensure goals of excellence in clinical outcomes and customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrates leadership and collaborative management skills and effective verbal and written communication skills. This includes documentation, verbal or written communication and/or presentation.
  • Meets regularly with management team and staff.
  • Compiles data for and prepares regularly scheduled or special reports, analyses and statements.
  • Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards set forth by applicable regulatory agencies.
  • Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings.
  • Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:
  • 3 years Experience in Central Sterile Processing. Required and
  • Supervisory experience. Required

Licenses:
  • Certified Registered Central Service Technician Upon Hire Required or
  • Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician Upon Hire Required and
  • Certified Endoscope Reprocessor Upon Hire Preferred or
  • Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor Upon Hire Preferred and
  • Basic Life Support Upon Hire Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Outstanding communication, interpersonal, leadership and computer skills.
  • Proficiency in transporting and disposing of hazardous materials per hospital policy.
  • Must have developed analytical decision making abilities.
  • Must be capable of working in team environment with staff of varying backgrounds.
  • Must also be able to work with Perioperative Nursing staff to coordinate processing of instrument sets to accommodate the daily O.R. case load.

Benefits Offered:
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Education assistance
  • Financial education and support, including DailyPay
  • Expanded Paid Parental Leave

For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)
About Us
WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.
About the Team
WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital
For more than 125 years, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital has provided leading-edge inpatient, outpatient, and emergent care to the Lebanon County community. One of eight premier hospitals in the WellSpan system, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital features an award-winning cardiac and vascular center, a certified Primary Stroke Center, and a wound care and hyperbaric medicine center, while providing a supportive continuum of care through our extensive WellSpan primary, specialty, ambulatory, and behavioral health care locations within the community. WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital is supported by the nearby WellSpan Sechler Family Cancer Center, Lebanon's first and only integrated cancer center. WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital was one of several WellSpan Health hospitals honored by U.S. News & World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23.
WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital serves as the cornerstone of care for a total population of nearly 142,000 residents living in the rural and urban mix of Lebanon County. A full-service, acute-care hospital, with a 163 licensed bed capacity, admitting approximately 7,000 patients annually. We offer open heart procedures, comprehensive cardiac care, total joint replacements, private labor and delivery birthing suites, robotic surgery, and emergency care.

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