Sterile Processing Lead Tech Supervisor

Job Description

Job Summary 

The Supervisor, Sterile Services oversees the daily operations of sterile processing to ensure the availability of high-quality, sterile instruments and supplies for all surgical and procedural areas. This role manages workflows for decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and distribution while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The Supervisor leads a team of sterile processing staff, focusing on quality assurance, staff development, and process optimization to support patient safety and operational efficiency. 

Essential Functions

• Supervises all stages of sterile processing, including decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and storage of medical instruments and supplies.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and organizational standards for sterilization processes, including steam and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers.
• Monitors inventory management, ensuring cost-effective stock levels and timely availability of instruments and supplies.
• Oversees the maintenance and stocking of unit supply carts, patient care equipment, and other critical items.
• Implements and monitors quality assurance programs to evaluate sterilizer performance and ensure adherence to infection control protocols.
• Leads departmental orientation and ongoing education for staff, ensuring competency in sterile processing procedures.
• Evaluates employee performance, providing timely feedback, performance appraisals, and opportunities for professional development.
• Develops and implements departmental quality assessment and risk management plans, addressing any identified deficiencies promptly.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address complaints, variances, and risk management concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in sterile processing or surgical services required
• 1-2 years of healthcare supervisory or team leadership experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of sterile processing techniques, equipment, and regulatory standards.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills to manage workflows, inventory, and staff development.
• Proficiency in quality assurance practices and the ability to analyze sterilization parameters.
• Effective communication skills for engaging with staff, leadership, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks associated with sterilization methods and processes.

Licenses and Certifications

• CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician required
• CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist preferred