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 ensures the safety, sterility, and efficiency of instruments and equipment used in surgical and interventional procedures. The role reports to the Executive Director of Perioperative Services and leads strategic planning, operations, compliance, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration with clinical and operational teams.

• Lead, manage, and support Sterile Processing Departments at both Torrance and San Pedro facilities.
• Maintain 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.

• 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

• 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

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