Manager - Sterile Processing Materials Management

About the Role

Provides support to the director and direction to the staff, and facilitates the workflow through the department. Responsible for ensuring all instruments (e.g., exchange carts, par level carts, instrument sets and single peel packs) and emergency supplies meet established quotas. Oversees the cleaning, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing of all instruments and equipment according to the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD), the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), and the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) current standards.

Incumbents demonstrate awareness of personal and work area safety at all times; use evidence-based practices (EBP) and comply with facility safety policies and procedures, including those for blood borne pathogens and communicable diseases. Maintains current knowledge of aseptic techniques and basic microbiology to understand disease transmission and the importance of clean and sterile supplies in patient care. Attends training on new sterilization practices and developments in microbiology, bacteriology, and therapeutic practices affecting sterile supply operations.

Conducts inventories, orders and stocks medical disposable goods, ensures sterile processing of all materials, provides guidance, and monitors the quality of work assignments for Sterile Processing Technicians and Supply Technicians. Responds to requests from internal and external customers and actively participates in a continuous quality improvement process.

Responsibilities

• Support the director and provide direction to staff to facilitate department workflow.
• Ensure all instruments and emergency supplies meet established quotas.
• Oversee cleaning, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing of instruments and equipment according to CBSPD, AAMI, and IAHCSMM standards.
• Maintain awareness of personal and work area safety, using evidence-based practices.
• Conduct inventories, order and stock medical disposable goods.
• Ensure sterile processing of all materials.
• Provide guidance and monitor the quality of work for Sterile Processing Technicians and Supply Technicians.
• Respond to internal and external customer requests.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement processes.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Three years of related experience required.
• CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• CHL (Certified Health Leader), CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist), or CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) preferred.

Benefits

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period.
• Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Retirement plans, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Competitive Pay and Tuition Reimbursement.
• PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, Virtual Benefits Orientation, and Employee Exclusive Concierge Service.

About the Organization

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication of its employees. The organization promotes a culture of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, committed to compassionate care for a diverse patient population, the community, and each other. Professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth are encouraged.

Eligibility for shift differential pay based on company policy or union contract.