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A Director of Sterile Processing oversees the sterilization and disinfection of medical instruments and equipment within a healthcare facility. They manage staff, develop and enforce policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards to maintain patient safety. Additionally, they are responsible for inventory management, staff training, budgeting, and collaborating with other departments to support surgical and procedural needs. Their leadership helps prevent infections by ensuring all instruments are properly cleaned and sterilized.

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To thrive as a Director Sterile Processing, you need expertise in sterile processing practices, infection control, regulatory compliance, and typically a bachelor's degree or relevant certification (e.g., CSPDT, CRCST). Familiarity with sterilization equipment, tracking systems, and quality management software is crucial for managing operations efficiently. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help drive team performance and ensure regulatory standards are met. These skills are vital to maintain patient safety, reduce infection risks, and ensure the department runs smoothly within healthcare facilities.

What are some common challenges faced by a director sterile processing, and how can they be addressed?

A Director of Sterile Processing often encounters challenges such as maintaining compliance with evolving regulatory standards, ensuring consistent staff training, and managing high-volume instrument turnaround times. Addressing these issues typically involves implementing robust quality assurance programs, investing in ongoing professional development for staff, and fostering close collaboration with surgical teams to align priorities. Effective communication, data-driven process improvements, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are key to successfully managing these challenges and ensuring patient safety.

What is the difference between Director Sterile Processing vs Sterile Processing Supervisor?

AspectDirector Sterile ProcessingSterile Processing Supervisor
CertificationsCPD, CRCST, CHLCPD, CRCST
Work EnvironmentHospital or healthcare facility leadershipSterile processing department
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire sterile processing operations, policy development, staff managementSupervises daily sterile processing tasks, staff scheduling, quality control

The main difference between a Director Sterile Processing and a Sterile Processing Supervisor lies in scope and responsibilities. The director holds a leadership role overseeing the entire department, while the supervisor manages daily operations. Both roles require similar certifications and work within healthcare environments, but the director focuses on strategic planning and policy, whereas the supervisor handles operational tasks.

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Infographic showing various Director Sterile Processing job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,297 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Manager Sterile Processing - Central Sterile Processing - Full Time/Days - Req#2134762451

Antelope Valley Medical Center

Lancaster, CA • On-site

Full-time

PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Antelope Valley Medical Center rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

198th of 1,064 rated hospitals

Job description

Job Objective:

The Sterile Processing Department's operations involve collection,decontamination, processing, sterilization,high-level disinfection,storageand distribution of instrumentation that support Perioperative Services departments and other clinical departments throughout the organization.Under the general direction of the Director ofSurgical Servicesor designeetheSterileProcessing Manager must becapable of workingindependently inthe decontamination and sterile processing areas, upholding all specialty body and regulatory standards, and supporting the education, development,and mentoring of personnel in the sterile processing department.This position will have frequent interaction withPurchasingDepartmentBuyers, but will not have a direct reporting relationship.

EssentialDutiesandResponsibilities:

1.The Sterile Processing Manager is responsible forassessing,identifying, planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and supervising operations, quality, and efficiency of personnel and department services.

2.Maintains continued education and proficiencyin the field of sterile processing operations and equipment through education,literatureand seminars.

3.Thisposition provides leadership forthe department's overall operations, including:

  • Develops and ensures compliance withannualdepartmental operating budget.

  • Demonstrates24-hour accountability of general unit activities and functions.

  • Quality,Policy, and Regulatory Requirements

  • Develop policies and procedures forSterileProcessing Department.

  • Ensures adherence to departmental policies/procedures/ regulatoryrequirements.

  • Developsstandards of care, quality of work and best practicesfordepartment.

  • Ensures departmental standards of operation and policiesare in compliance withregulatory agencies including but not limited to CMS, TJC, AAMI, AORN, APIC, CDPH, OSHA, etc.

    • Acts as a resource for others within the department and in other departments in relation to decontamination, processing, sterilization, and high-level disinfection.Demonstrates correct departmental processes and procedures to personnel.

    • Ensuresoptimalsterile processing performance through quality control and quality assurance of all Sterile Processing activities and equipment.

    • Recommends equipment changes,upgradesand additions to meet manufacturer instructions for use (IFU) for all items processed.

    • Ensures personnel perform workwithin prescribed technical and safety standards.

    • Ensures that all sterilization records areaccurate, current, and compliant with regulatory requirements.

    • Participates in department and hospital Performance Improvement activities asrequired.

    • Representsdepartment/Surgical Services by attendingappropriate departmentaland facility meetings (as requested), such as infection prevention, environment of care, etc.

    • Collaborates with supporting departments such as infection prevention, biomed, engineering and plant services, environmental services, and others as needed to ensure quality within department.

    A. Operations

    • Ensures effective management of human,fiscaland physical plant resources.

    • Seeks opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operational processes and productivity.

    • Supervises personnel asappropriate toachieve established operational performance and quality goals.

    • Manages collection, decontamination, assembly, sterilization,distributionand inventory of instrumentation.

    • Monitors andreportsequipment operational status.

    • Control the purchasing of supplies for the Sterile Processing Department.

    • Manages vendor and courier services aspertaining totheir effect on sterile processing and adherence to organizational policy and procedures.

      • Responsible for ensuring appropriateshiftand terminal cleaning for departmental areas.

      B. Customer Service/ Teamwork

      • Modelsexcellence in customer service, ensuring the highest standards for both internal and external constituent satisfaction and sets the expectation for employees to do the same.

      • Serves as a subject matter expert and resource for personneland others within the organization.

      • Works collaboratively with other departments to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and ability to meet customer needs.

      • Provides ongoing and effective communication with physicians/hospital/clinic department and management,staffand vendor representatives.

      C. Personnel

      • Facilitates the recruitment andselectionof department staff.

      • Provides staff with ongoing feedback and documents appropriately including performance evaluations.

      • Develops a comprehensive departmental orientation fornew staffand ensures completion prior to independent assignment.

      • Routinely coordinates ongoing training and competency validation.

      • Provides or coordinates instructions and in-service new products,proceduresand equipment toidentifyand prevent resource loss andmaintainspatient and staff safety.

      • Ensures staff attend technical and mandatory training/education.

      • Develops and/or approvespersonnel work schedulesto ensureinstrumentand equipmentavailability.

      • Manages personnel performance, behavior, and attendanceand recommends personnel improvement actions to Executive Director Surgical Services.Initiates disciplinary process after approval by Director and/or Human Resources.

      • Supports independent functioning of SPD coordinators,assistingwithroleas needed.

      Non-Essential Duties:

      • Faxing,photocopyingand other clerical duties.

      Knowledge,Skillsand Abilities:

      Knowledge

      • Working knowledge ofAAMI, AORN,andallother applicableregulatory procedures.

      • Understanding of, and ability to effectively apply knowledge to:

      • departmental supply needs

      • PAR leveling

      • Reordering and supply management as it relates to ensuring adequate necessary supplies tomaintainefficient operations of the department

      • instrument maintenance and repair

      • tracking of costs and frequency of instrumentation repair and replacement

      • Ability to collect pertinent data, analyze, and develop recommendations and actions plans to justify requests for programs, equipment, supplies, and instrumentation to support effective and efficient perioperative operations

      • Working knowledge of management principles and skillsin the area ofplanning, organizing, directing, budgeting, staffing, and evaluating usuallyacquiredthrough two or more years of management experience or college level courses.

      • Thorough knowledge ofsurgicalinstrumentation.

      Skills

      • Proven technical skills inMicrosoft applications.

      • Excellent oral and written communication skills

        • Excellent interpersonalskillswith proven ability to develop and support relationships with employees, leadership team, physicians, interacting departments, and administration.

        Abilities

        • Ability to learn, lead, train, educate, direct, plan, coordinate and implement new policies,proceduresand programs.

        • Ability to multi-task and work independently.

        • Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with internal and external customers

        • Ability to effectively supervise and develop subordinates.

        AVMC Values: All AVMC employees will effectivelydemonstratethese values:

        • Patients Come First - Welisten activelyand communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.

        • Accountability & Ownership - We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.

        • Teamwork - We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone.Success is about the whole team.

        • Integrity & Honesty - We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.

        • Excellence - We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality.

        • Initiative & Innovation - Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient's experience, solve our own problems, maketimelydecisions, and look for opportunities to add value.

        • Tenderness & Compassion - We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.

        Management Competencies: All AVMC management (Supervisor, Manager, and Assistant Director) will effectivelydemonstratethese behaviors:

        • Conflict Management

        • Problem Solving

        • Timely Decision Making

        • Process Management

        • Fairness to Direct Reports

        • Hiring & Staffing

        • Developing Direct Reports

        Education and Experience:

        Education

        • High School Diplomaor General Education Equivalentrequired

        • Completion of Sterile Processing education programrequired

        • Bachelor'sdegree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred

        Experience

        • Five(5) years ofdemonstrated/proven working experience withinacute careSterile ProcessingDepartmentrequired

        • Sterile Processing experience in a Level 1 or 2 traumadesignatedacutecaresettinghighly preferred

        • Minimum (1) yearleadership/supervisoryexperience withinsterile processingrequired

        Threeyears'leadership/supervisory experience in Sterile Processing prefer

        Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

        • Current Sterile Processing Technician Certification (CSPDT or CRCST) from IAHCSMM

          • Certification in Leadership (Healthcare Leader) CHL,requiredwithin six months of position acceptance

          • Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), preferred

          • Certificated Endoscope Reprocess (CER), preferred

          AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations:

          • Ability to adherewithAVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy.

          • Ability to adherewithAVMC Leaves of Absence Policy.

          • Ability to adherewithAVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy.

          • Ability to adhere to the department dress code.

          • Ability to organize work andestablishpriorities.

          • Ability to expand onowninitiative in performance of duties.

          • Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards.

          • Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters.

          • Ability to communicate effectively whilemaintaininggood working relationships with co-workers,managersand other hospital staff.

          • Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVMC.

          • Ability tomaintainthe confidentiality ofpatient,hospitaland department information.

          • Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations.

          • Safely and effectivelyusesall equipment necessary to carry out duties.

          • Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures.

          • Conforms with required andappropriate accreditationand regulatory requirements.

          • Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines.

          • Ability toparticipateeffectively in department and hospital staff education.

          • Display a willingness to work as a team player.

          • Ability togive and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times.

          • Supports and adheres to the values and mission statementestablishedby the AVMC Board of Directors.

          • Ability todemonstrateknowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies.

          • Ability to follow the Code of Conduct.

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