Manager Sterile Processing

About the role

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Northridge, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care, and women’s health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.

The hospital is committed to the healing power of humanity and is dedicated to serving the common good. It has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

Responsibilities

• Operational management and guidance of the Central Sterilization department at Northridge Hospital Medical Center.
• Preparation and sterilization of instrumentation and packs, and equipment assembled and dispensed through the department.
• Performing sterilization quality assurance in the ED and L/D departments, as well as other departments using hospital sterilized products.
• Interacting with personnel and other departments within the framework of the hospital’s philosophy and policies.
• Developing and implementing all departmental policies and procedures.
• Interviewing and selecting all potential employees.
• Maintaining staffing patterns, attendance records, and work assignments to ensure budget requirements are met.
• Conducting staff meetings and inservice training.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED with 5 years of acute care hospital experience.
• 3 years of managerial experience directly related to Sterile Processing.
• Certified and Registered Central Service Technician upon hire.
• Basic Life Support - CPR upon hire.
• Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor within 6 months.
• Fire Safety within 90 days.

Preferred

• College degree in related field and Operating Room experience upon hire.

Qualifications

• Full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Northridge Hospital Medical Center.
• Behavior consistent with the Core Values of Northridge Hospital Medical Center.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Knowledge of sterile processing techniques and hospital policies.

Benefits

Total Rewards: Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time.

Pay

The posted compensation range of $45.06 - $67.03 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

Schedule

Hours/Pay Period: 80
Weekly Schedule: 7:00am - 3:00pm
Shift: Day
Remote: No