Sterile Processing Supervisor - North Charleston, Weekend Mornings

About the role

The Sterile Processing Supervisor provides operational and technical leadership for the Sterile Processing Department (SPD), ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant reprocessing of surgical instruments and medical devices. This role directly supervises Lead Technicians, Sterile Processing Technicians I, II, III, and Non-Certified Technicians, and is responsible for daily workflow coordination, staff competency, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and customer service to perioperative and procedural areas.

Responsibilities

- Ensures adherence to regulatory standards, quality assurance measures, productivity expectations, and professional development of staff. - Supports organizational and perioperative goals. - Directs and coordinates the work of the Sterile Processing Department. - Manages the day-to-day operations of the department, including scheduling, staffing, and equipment maintenance. - Oversees the training and development of staff members. - Maintains accurate records and reports. - Ensures compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations.

Requirements

- Graduate of high school or GED equivalency required. - Must be certified and maintain a certification in sterile processing form CRCST – HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution). - Minimum of three (3) years of sterile processing experience in sterile processing and/or leadership role. - Knowledge of sterilization principles, microbiology, and infection prevention practices. - Knowledge of instrument names, functions, and specialty sets. - Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. - Basic computer proficiency for documentation and recordkeeping.

Qualifications

- Advanced certification (CIS, CER, CHL) preferred. - Experience as a preceptor or trainer. - Familiarity with electronic instrument tracking systems.

Skills

- Leadership skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Strong organizational and time management skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. - Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

- Comprehensive health insurance coverage. - Retirement plan options. - Paid time off and holidays. - Professional development opportunities.

Pay

- Hourly rate commensurate with experience.

Schedule

- Full-time position, 40 hours per week.

Licensures, Registrations, Certifications

- CRCST – HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution).

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: 1) (C) Continuous – 6-8 hours per shift; 2) (F) Frequent – 2-6 hours per shift; 3) (I) Infrequent – 0-2 hours per shift Ability to perform job functions while standing. (C). Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (C) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (I) Ability to work indoors. (C) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (I) Ability to work from elevated areas. (F) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (F) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (I) Ability to bend at the waist. (C) Ability to twist at the waist. (F) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (F) Ability to perform “pinching” operations. (F) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (C) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (C) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (C) Ability to reach overhead. (F) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (C) Ability to fully use both legs. (C) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (F) Ability to reach in all directions. (C) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (I) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (I) Ability to lift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs. (I) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (F) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain vision 20/40 corrected. (C) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (C) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (C) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (C) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (C) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (C) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (C) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (C) Ability to work rotating shifts. (F) Ability to work overtime as required. (F) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (C) *Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (C) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (C) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (C) (Selected Positions) * *Note: The physical requirements listed above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Speak directly with our employees to learn about life at MUSC This website uses cookies. We use cookies to personalize content such as job recommendations, and to analyze our traffic. You consent to our cookies if you click "I Accept". If you click on "I Do Not Accept", then we will not use cookies but you may have a deteriorated user experience. You can change your settings by clicking on the Settings link on the top right of the device