Sterile Processing Supervisor

Description

Lead the Way in Surgical Safety at Slate Hill Surgery Center!

Are you an experienced sterile processing professional ready to take the next step in your career? Slate Hill Surgery Center, part of the Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania (OIP), is seeking a knowledgeable and hands-on Sterile Processing Supervisor to lead our Sterile Processing Department.

This is a working supervisor role where you'll provide leadership and direction to the sterile processing team while remaining actively involved in the day-to-day processing of surgical instruments and equipment. You'll be responsible for helping ensure instruments are properly decontaminated, inspected, assembled, sterilized, stored, and available when needed to support the surgical schedule.

As the department's subject matter expert, you'll play a critical role in patient safety, regulatory compliance, staff development, and efficient surgical operations. You'll work closely with nurses, surgical staff, physicians, vendors, and leadership to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure the highest standards of quality are maintained.

Since 1971, OIP has been Central Pennsylvania's trusted leader in orthopedic care. Our mission is to create an amazingly positive and memorable experience for every patient, family member, and team member. At Slate Hill Surgery Center, you'll be part of a collaborative team committed to patient safety, clinical excellence, and exceptional care.

If you're an experienced sterile processing professional who enjoys leading a team while staying hands-on, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements

What You'll Do

As the Sterile Processing Supervisor, you will:

• Oversee daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department while actively performing sterile processing duties
• Perform and oversee decontamination, inspection, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments
• Coordinate department workflow, staffing assignments, and instrument needs based on the surgical schedule
• Ensure surgical instruments and equipment are properly processed and available when needed
• Lead, train, mentor, and support sterile processing staff
• Complete and maintain competency validation and training documentation
• Monitor sterilization processes, records, instrument tracking, and quality documentation
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels and coordinate equipment maintenance and service needs
• Identify and resolve instrument, equipment, workflow, and operational issues
• Partner with nursing and surgical teams to support efficient operating room workflow
• Promote compliance with AAMI, AORN, OSHA, CDC, and applicable accreditation standards
• Participate in quality assurance and process improvement initiatives
• Provide coaching, feedback, and performance support to department staff
• Participate in interviewing and hiring of sterile processing team members
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Serve as a resource and subject matter expert for sterile processing practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) or CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certification
• Minimum of three years of sterile processing experience
• Current knowledge of AAMI ST79 standards and infection prevention practices
• Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterile processing procedures
• Ability to work hands-on in all areas of sterile processing
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment

Preferred

• Prior supervisory, lead, charge, or preceptor experience
• Experience working in an ambulatory surgery center or hospital
• Experience with instrument tracking systems
• Experience with quality assurance, audits, and regulatory readiness
• Experience training and validating sterile processing competencies

Why Join Slate Hill Surgery Center?

• Make a direct impact on surgical safety and patient care
• Lead a department while remaining hands-on in sterile processing
• Work alongside experienced nurses, physicians, and surgical professionals
• Opportunity to build and develop a sterile processing team
• Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
• Collaborative, patient-centered work environment
• Career growth opportunities within OIP
• Be part of a growing ambulatory surgery center

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cell Phone Discounts (AT&T & Verizon)
• Employee Appreciation Events & Jeans Day Fridays
• Career Growth Opportunities Within OIP

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced and confident in sterile processing practices
• A hands-on leader who is comfortable working alongside their team
• Detail-oriented and committed to doing things the right way
• Knowledgeable about surgical instrumentation and sterilization standards
• Comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced environment
• A strong communicator and team builder
• Committed to patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Someone who takes ownership and holds themselves and their team accountable

If you're ready to take the next step in your sterile processing career and lead a team where your work directly supports safe surgical care, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and join the team at Slate Hill Surgery Center!