Central Sterile Manager in East Orange, New Jersey at CareWell Health

Job Summary

The Manager of Central Sterile Processing, under the supervision of the Director of Perioperative Services, will have authority and responsibility for the operations of Central Sterile Processing Department, including staffing, budgets, customer service and efficiency. Responsible for first line supervision of all Central Sterile activities, staff scheduling, shift management and the coordination of surgical instruments and supplies to the operating rooms. Manager of Central Sterile Processing coordinates and monitors all sterile processing functions such as decontamination, preparation/packaging, sterilization of surgical instruments, ordering supplies, storage of materials, medical supplies usage and storage and inventory control The Manager will ensure that strict and accurate infection control procedures are followed for decontamination, sterilization, storage and transportation of equipment, and that sterile supplies and instruments/sets are used throughout the hospital.

Essential Functions

• Plans, organizes, develops, coordinates, manages, evaluates, and directs the daily operation and activities of all Sterile Processing for the hospital.
• Maintains records and provides reports; assures customer satisfaction.
• Plans, organizes, develops, coordinates, directs, and evaluates the daily ongoing activities of the department.
• Responsible for the hiring, orientation and training, staff retention, and employee happiness of all SPD employees ensuring compliance with hospital policies and allocating appropriate staffing levels throughout the network.
• Plans, prepares, and manages the annual budget, promotes cost containment, and maintains supply and equipment inventories.
• Formulates and/or revises departmental procedures, evaluates current products and researches new products, devices and equipment.
• Responsible for preparing and implementing departmental goals and objectives.
• Develops in-service education programs.
• Keeps informed of and communicates to staff current trends in sterile processing activities.
• Participates in infection, safety, and quality control programs; attends seminars, workshops, etc.
• Detailed knowledge of systems: Instrument Tracking, Case Cart, Patient Charging, Materials Management (HEMM) and Budget, as they relate to the SPD department.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, environmental and infection control standards.
• Actively seeks cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives.
• Coordinates the implementation of new products.
• Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety
• Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes, and practices.

Core Leadership Competencies

• Leader Within: Self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and personal accountability.
• Communication and Relationship Building: Effective, empathetic communication, conflict resolution, and collaborative skills.
• Knowledge of the Healthcare Environment: Clinical expertise, regulatory understanding, and patient advocacy.
• Leadership: Strategic vision, mentorship, and change management.
• Business Skills and Principles: Financial management, strategic planning, and operational efficiency.
• Professionalism: Ethical practice, accountability, and continuous development.

• Team Development: Mentoring staff, delegating effectively, and fostering a supportive, diverse, and safe work culture.
• Adaptability: Responding to technological, regulatory, and financial shifts in healthcare.

Technical Competencies

• Ability to compile statistics, research and analyze information, and use computerized spreadsheets to conduct analyses and generate reports.
• Ability to leverage metrics and other tools to drive supplier performance.
• Knowledge of materials management and inventory control functions.
• Must hold comprehensive knowledge and experience in surgical instrumentation, OR case schedule, Case Carts and extensive technical knowledge of computer instrumentation tracking.
• Must work well under pressure, being able to prioritize multiple tasks and/or requests for service. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates good time management skills.
• Organized with demonstrated attention to detail and follow up.
• Ability to effectively delegate authority.
• Good analytical problem-solving ability. Maintain and provide current understanding of industry best practices and technology trends.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access

Working hours:

Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm

24 hr responsibility for the unit of control

Must be willing to work holidays, weekends, and oversee the overnight shift as needed.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Education/Certifications

• Associates, or a combination of education and experience required.
• Bachelor’s or higher preferred
• Certified Central Sterile Technician by IAHCSMM or CBSPD required.
• Completion of formal supervision principles, leadership education and/or the Certification in Healthcare Leadership (CHL)

Minimum Work Experience

• Minimum of 5+ years of direct Central Sterile managerial experience in sterile processing/supply chain logistics/surgical environment.
• Must have extensive knowledge of aseptic technique, sterilization processes, regulatory agency guidelines, and technical knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization equipment and supplies.
• Broad based and extensive technical knowledge of surgical instrumentation and OR case cart processing and extensive technical knowledge of computer instrumentation tracking, surgical scheduling and inventory control.
• Working knowledge of AORN standards, OSHA guidelines, and in depth knowledge of TJC, IAHCSMM, and AAMI Standards is required.

CareWell Health provides a salary/hourly rate range for all open positions to comply with New Jersey Law. The rates listed for each position is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). The salary range does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation which can be discussed in detail with your talent acquisition specialist.

The salary/hourly rate range for this position is:

Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by CareWell Health. Candidates should discuss salary/hourly compensation and details of our comprehensive benefits with our talent acquisition specialist if selected for an interview.

We offer an excellent benefit package including but not limited to the following benefit offerings:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Basic Life and Disability Insurance
Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
401(k)
Paid Holidays and a generous Paid Time Off Plan