Supervisor Central Sterile

 Position Overview:
Reporting to the Director of Nursing for Perioperative Services, this role is a vital leadership position responsible for overseeing the technical team that ensures all surgical instruments and equipment are properly processed and ready for patient care across Valleywise Health.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide hands-on supervision and support to the sterile processing team to ensure high standards in instrument sterilization and equipment preparation.

• Assist the department manager in coordinating day-to-day operations, maintaining smooth workflows, and addressing any service disruptions.

• Serve as the go-to resource for departmental issues-available 24/7 to troubleshoot challenges and maintain continuity of care.

• Champion quality and safety by ensuring team compliance with departmental protocols, regulatory guidelines, and best practices.

• Mentor, coach, and support staff to foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and professional excellence.

Why This Role Matters:
You’ll play a key role in ensuring surgical teams have the critical tools they need-on time and in top condition-ultimately contributing to safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.

Salary Range: Hourly rate: $24.00 - $35.40

Qualifications:

Education:

• Requires a high school diploma or GED. Associate's degree preferred.

Experience:

• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of Central Processing experience. Prefer Central Processing experience in a supervisory capacity.

Specialized Training:

• None

Certification/Licensure:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from IAHCSMM or Central Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) from CBSPD is required upon hire.
• Certification Healthcare Leadership (CHL), Certification in Healthcare Material Management Concepts (CHMMC), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of regulatory and infection control policies.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions promptly and accurately.
• Requires the ability to work effectively without close supervision.
• Requires excellent customer service skills, the ability to work with professionals, and maintain confidentiality standards.
• Must be dedicated to maximum safety for patients, visitors and employees of the facility.
• Must have strong computer skills.
• Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.