Job Description Summary
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.
The Supervisor ensures adherence to regulatory standards, quality assurance measures, productivity expectations, and professional development of staff while supporting organizational and perioperative goals.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC000677 CHS - SPD (Sterile Processing) (Main)
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-27
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Job Purpose:
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.
The Supervisor ensures adherence to regulatory standards, quality assurance measures, productivity expectations, and professional development of staff while supporting organizational and perioperative goals.
Education and Work Experience:
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced certification (CIS, CER, CHL) preferred.
- Experience as a preceptor or trainer.
- Familiarity with electronic instrument tracking systems.
Additional Job Description
Graduate of high school or GED equivalency examination and must be certified and maintain a certification in sterile processing from HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) and have at least three (3) years of experience in sterile processing and/or leadership role. Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) and/or Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) certification preferred.
Climbing stairs: Infrequent
Working indoors: Continuous
Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent
Working from elevated areas: Frequent
Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent
Bending at the waist: Continuous
Twisting at the waist: Frequent
Manual Dexterity & Strength
Pinching operations: Frequent
Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous
Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous
Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous
Reaching overhead: Frequent
Reaching in all directions: Continuous
Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous
Full use of both legs: Continuous
Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent
Lifting & Force Requirements
Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent
Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent
Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent
Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent
Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force
Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force
Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force
Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous
Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous
Color discrimination: Continuous
Depthperception: Continuous
Peripheral vision: Continuous
Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous
Tactile sensory function: Continuous
Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous
Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
Respiratoruse qualification: Continuous
Work Environment & Conditions
Effective stress management: Continuous
Rotating shifts: Frequent
Overtime asrequired: Frequent
Latex-safe environment: Continuous
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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