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Supervisor, Sterile Processing

Corewell Health
United States, Michigan, Grand Rapids
Apr 22, 2025
Job Summary - Supervisor, Sterile Processing Maintains shift accountability related to staffing, quality concerns, equipment functionality, and surgical demand at each assigned site. Responsible for maintaining adequate staff levels to ensure quality services in a cost effective and efficient manner. Mentors and provides performance reviews related to employee development. Assists the manager with change management, education, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans for each department. Collects, monitors, analyzes and summarizes data to identify and provide solutions for inefficiencies and/or quality assurance issues in addition to record retention. Adheres to accreditation and regulatory compliance standards for sterile processing. Troubleshoots and interacts with other departments such as the operating room, hospital floors, physician offices, clinics, supply chain, and environmental services. Essential Functions - Supervisor, Sterile Processing Supervises the activities of staff and manages the workflow priorities at assigned site(s). Reallocates departmental resources to other Sterile Processing Departments. Manages equipment needs to ensure minimal downtime. Responsible for the development of staff schedules including updates to meet changing needs on a daily basis. Monitors staffing needs to ensure coverage is adequate for surgical demand within departmental budget. Conduct interviewing and hiring to fill open vacancies to align FTEs with appropriate staffing levels. Monitor sign on bonus and Tier System advancement. Issue performance improvement plans, corrective actions, and annual performance evaluations. Provides direction and support to team members to ensure SPD policies and procedures including standard work are adhered to for effectiveness and efficiency. Facilitates the training and continuing education of employees. Makes suggestions for process changes and provides input into policies, procedures, best practices, and departmental objectives to meet The Joint Commission, CMS, and AAMI standards. Conducts rounding and implements any changes necessary to meet departmental requirements. May perform Sterile Processing Technician job responsibilities as needed, as determined by the Director/Manager. Promotes safety practices within each department to ensure proper handling techniques, ergonomics, and environmental awareness. Qualifications -Supervisor, Sterile Processing Required Associate's Degree or equivalent 2 years of relevant experience related field Required 2 years of relevant experience Sterile Processing Department supervision Preferred CRT-Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM) - CBSPD Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution Effective January 1, 2020, all leaders within the role must be certified within 18 months from the date of hire. 1 1/2 Yrs required Or CRT-Registered Central Services Technician, Certified (CRCST) - IAHCSMM International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management Effective January 1, 2020, all leaders within the role must be certified within 18 months from the date of hire. 1 1/2 Yrs required Physical Demands -Supervisor, Sterile Processing Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 15 lbs Sitting: Frequently Standing: Occasionally Walking: Occasionally Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom Squat: Seldom Supine Lying: Seldom Stair Climbing: Seldom Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom Driving: Seldom Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom Handling: Occasionally Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently Visual Acuity [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids Department Name Sterile Processing - Butterworth Employment Type Full time Shift Evening (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency Variable weekends CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.