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Senior Manager of Sterile Processing

Senior Manager of Sterile Processing

VeracityTorrance, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Manager of Sterile Processing

Location : Torrance, California, United States (Covering operations in both Torrance and San Pedro , CA)

Employment Type : Full-Time | Onsite

The Senior Manager of Sterile Processing is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing Sterile Processing operations at Little Company of Mary Medical Center in Torrance and San Pedro, CA . The position is instrumental in ensuring the safety, sterility, and efficiency of instruments and equipment used in surgical and interventional procedures.

The role reports directly to the Executive Director of Perioperative Services and will lead strategic planning, operations, compliance, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration with clinical and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Lead, manage, and support Sterile Processing Departments at both Torrance and San Pedro facilities.
  • Maintain strong collaboration with Perioperative, Interventional leadership, and clinical teams across South Bay Ministries.
  • Develop and execute the strategic plan for Sterile Processing in alignment with hospital goals.
  • Oversee regulatory compliance and ensure best practices in infection prevention and instrument processing.
  • Supervise, train, and develop departmental staff.
  • Manage operational budgets and ensure cost-effective departmental performance.
  • Monitor and implement continuous improvement processes to maintain high-quality standards.
  • Ensure instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, maintained, and available for all surgical and interventional procedures.
  • Serve as a point of contact for physicians, executive leadership, and accreditation bodies.

Required Qualifications :

  • Education :
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or a Healthcare-related field (Required)

  • Certification (any one of the following required upon hire) :
  • National Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - HSPA

  • National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - CBSPD
  • National Certified Instrument Specialist - HSPA
  • National Certified Surgical Instrument Specialist - CBSPD
  • Experience :
  • Minimum 7 years of work experience in Sterile Processing

  • Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role within a hospital sterile processing department
  • Minimum 3 years managing budgets and staff
  • Demonstrated ability in staff development, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional leadership
  • Ideal Candidate Will Have :

  • Proven leadership in high-volume hospital environments
  • Deep understanding of sterilization protocols, surgical instrumentation, and infection control standards
  • Effective communicator and relationship builder across clinical and operational teams
  • Ability to analyze data and manage budgets effectively
  • Passion for quality, safety, and continuous improvement in patient care support services
  • Recruiter Submission Template

    Full Name :

    Degree Major with University and Completion Year :

    Sterile Processing Certification (List Type & Expiry) :

    Years of Experience in Sterile Processing :

    Years of Hospital-Based Sterile Processing Supervision :

    Years of Experience Managing Staff & Budget :

    Familiarity with Perioperative & Interventional Workflow (Y / N) - If Yes, Describe :

    Experience Overseeing Multi-Site Operations (Y / N) - If Yes, List Sites :

    Experience with Regulatory Compliance / Joint Commission Surveys (Y / N) :

    Experience Leading Strategic Initiatives in Healthcare (Y / N) - If Yes, Describe :

    Experience with Staff Training & Development (Y / N) :

    Experience Managing Operational Budgets (Y / N) - If Yes, Approximate Budget Size :

    Familiarity with Infection Control Standards (Y / N) :

    Computer / System Proficiency (e.g., EPIC, SPM, Huddlepod, etc.) :

    Location Preference - Able to Work Onsite in Torrance / San Pedro (Y / N) :

    Willingness to Travel Occasionally (Y / N) :

    Motivation / Reason for Interest in This Role :

    Contact Number :

    Email ID :

    LinkedIn ID :

    Full Address (Street, City, State, ZIP Code) :

    Notice Period (in weeks) :

    Current Work Authorization Status (e.g., US Citizen, Green Card, H1B, etc.) :

    Expected Salary :

    Are you willing to relocate at your own expense and work Torrance, California?

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