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Manager, Sterile Processing

Manager, Sterile Processing

University of Missouri Health SystemColumbia, MO, US
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Manager of Sterile Processing

Shift : Monday - Friday 6am to 2pm, on call and weekend coverage as needed

Compensation : Base Pay Range : $73,382 to $119,808 per year based on experience.

About The Job

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and driven leader to join our team as Manager of Sterile Processing. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where precision and quality are paramount. We're seeking someone who brings a proactive mindset, inspires excellence in others, and is deeply committed to patient safety and operational integrity. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on the care we deliver every day. If you're a collaborative problem-solver with a sharp eye for detail and a heart for service, we want to hear from you. Join us and help shape the future of health care at MU.

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system the only in mid-Missouri is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

Employee Benefits

  • Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
  • Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
  • Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
  • Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
  • Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

Detailed Job Description

  • Implement policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the department.
  • Train, develop, and evaluate a high-performing team of sterile processing staff.
  • Effectively manage departmental resources, including budget, equipment, and supplies.
  • Implement workflows and processes for instrument decontamination, sterilization, and distribution to support surgical services and other clinical areas.
  • Collaborate closely with operating room staff, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the timely availability of sterile instruments and equipment.
  • Maintain a robust quality assurance program within the sterile processing department.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory guidelines, infection control standards, and hospital policies.
  • Conduct regular audits, inspections, and performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
  • Promote a culture of infection prevention and control, including proper handling, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization techniques.
  • Develop and deliver comprehensive education and training programs for sterile processing staff to ensure competency, compliance, and professional growth.
  • Guide other healthcare professionals regarding proper handling, storage, and care of sterile instruments and equipment.
  • Collaborate effectively with other hospital departments, including surgery, nursing, infection control, and supply chain, to optimize patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
  • Foster strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure the availability of high-quality instruments, equipment, and supplies.
  • Manage the development, coordination, and maintenance of daily staffing schedules to ensure the appropriate level of coverage and continuity of care.
  • Monitor and oversee time and attendance in alignment with MU Health Care policies and practices, ensuring accuracy of records and timely approval for payroll purposes.
  • May complete unit / department specific duties as outlined in department documents.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired.
  • Five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in sterile processing.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) is strongly preferred.
  • Experience in an academic or complex healthcare setting.
  • Additional license / certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
  • Physical Demands

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required to ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and / or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.

    The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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