Sterile Processing Supervisor

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Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Schedule:

Mon-Fri, 7am - 3:30pm, Rotating Supervisor Weekend Call

Summary

Responsible for ensuring the timely, efficient, and compliant sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment, coordinating with clinical departments, and managing staff to maintain the highest standards of patient safety and care.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

• Oversee daily operations of the SPD, ensuring the efficient cleaning, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Lead, train, and mentor SPD staff, ensuring proper adherence to sterilization protocols, safety procedures, and performance standards.
• Continuously assess and improve sterile processing workflows to increase efficiency and reduce turnaround times for instrument availability.
• Ensure that all SPD activities comply with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and infection control protocols (e.g., AAMI, CDC, and OSHA).
• Manage and monitor inventory of sterile processing supplies and equipment, ensuring timely maintenance and availability for clinical use.
• Coordinate with surgical and clinical teams to meet instrument needs, resolve issues, and ensure smooth workflows across departments.
• Provide ongoing education and professional development opportunities for SPD staff to stay current with best practices in sterilization and infection control.
• Track and analyze sterilization process data, preparing reports on departmental performance, compliance metrics, and areas for improvement.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Associate's Degree Medical Technology - Clinical Lab Science preferred or Associate's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) required

Experience

• Experience in sterile processing and healthcare operations 2-3 years required

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Solid leadership skills
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques, healthcare regulations, and infection control standards
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Onsite

789 Central Avenue

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

$25.15 - $36.63/Hourly

6

EEO Statement:
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information,…