Talent.com
Supervisor, Sterile Processing
Supervisor, Sterile ProcessingSTERIS • Birmingham, AL, United States
serp_jobs.error_messages.no_longer_accepting
Supervisor, Sterile Processing

Supervisor, Sterile Processing

STERIS • Birmingham, AL, United States
job_description.job_card.30_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

Supervisor, Sterile Processing

Req ID : 50268

Job Category :

Clinical Support / Instrument Processing / Education

Birmingham, AL, US, 35222

Workplace Type : Onsite

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

As a Supervisor, Sterile Processing - 2nd Shift you'll be the driving force behind a high-performing team, ensuring top-tier instrument processing and staff management at our contracted healthcare facilities. You'll deliver hands-on support, expert training, and exceptional customer service while upholding the highest standards set by STERIS, regulatory bodies like TJC, OSHA, CDC, and industry leaders such as AAMI and AORN. This is your opportunity to coordinate day-to-day operations, own your shift, and make a lasting impact in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.This is an onsite role based in Birmingham, AL supporting 2nd shift, 2 : 30pm - 11 : 00pm. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants. This is a salary position and that is eligible for annual bonus.

Duties

People Management (40%)

Provides supervision and leadership of Sterile Processing Department at assigned facility and shift.

  • Manages workflow and maintains staffing work schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays, to ensure on time delivery to Customer.
  • Meets with direct reports monthly to provide feedback, hold employee accountable to performance, development, and expectations to ensure quality service.
  • Responsible for partnering with leader to address and resolve employee concerns timely and drive employee engagement activities.
  • In collaboration with the manager, supports the scheduling for new STERIS employee orientation, on-the-job training, in-service education, and quality assurance programs when needed.
  • Participates in interviews, hiring, training, and coaching of Customer employees as required by the contract.

Duties - cont'd

Operations Management (50%)

Oversees and supports daily operations of all activities that relate to the proper processing of reusable medical supplies and instrumentation including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, sterilization, and storage processes within all set professional standards and regulations.

  • Performs Sterile Processing Technician responsibilities as needed to ensure on time delivery to Customer.
  • Follows chain of command within hospital and / or STERIS regarding identified problems or issues to ensure proper communication and resolution. Responsible for answering and responding to calls from the Customer and other end-users, during and after regular business hours as required by the contract.
  • Assists manager in review of all required documentation related to STERIS Standard Operating Procedures and ensures staff's adherence to applicable policies and procedures.
  • Duties cont'd

    Continuous Improvement (10%)

  • Performs daily observations to identify process improvement opportunities within operations and employee performance and compliance.
  • Maintains a safe work environment by setting standards for staff use of universal precautions, personal protective equipment, and completing daily safety observations.
  • Promotes collaboration with Customer physicians, nursing staff, department heads, and personnel of other departments.
  • Works with Education to identify developmental training opportunities for employees and supports the delivery of education and training as required.
  • Other duties as assigend
  • Education Degree

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Required Experience

  • Minimum High School Diploma or GED Required.
  • Minimum 4 years of hands-on sterile processing experience with one year of leadership (supervisor level or above) experience with direct reports, or 2 years of lead experience required.
  • CRCST or CBSPD Certification and additional certification (i.e. instrument specialist, flexible endoscope, healthcare leader, manager, STERIS Assessment) required. If not certified at point of hire, both certifications must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
  • Sterile Processing Department (SPD) management must maintain no less than eighteen (18) hours continuing education (or other equivalent educational activity) annually to include six (6) hours dedicated to leadership and / or management and three (3) hours dedicated to infection prevention and control
  • Demonstrated self-starter and able to manage independently
  • Basic computer skills and aptitude
  • Preferred Experience

  • Associates degree preferred
  • Current Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) or Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM).
  • Experience using instrument tracking software
  • Union experience preferred (Travel)
  • Skills

  • Understands and promotes concepts of the Lean work environment.
  • Microsoft Office (knowledge of MS Office 365 including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and must be capable of learning software programs (including instrument tracking and timekeeping and payroll systems) and / or hardware as required.
  • Understand and promotes the development of individual employee objectives.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to conduct team meetings
  • Ability to handle multiple demands from many people and prioritize effectively.
  • Ability to maintain composure under pressure.
  • Ability to effectively employ delegation, collaboration, conflict resolution skills in a team environment
  • Pay range for this opportunity is $63,400- $87,175.00. This position is eligible forbonus participation.

    Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county / city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

    STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits : STERIS Benefits

    Open until position is filled.

    STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

    Req ID : 50268

    Job Category :

    Clinical Support / Instrument Processing / Education

    Location :

    Birmingham, AL, US, 35222

    Workplace Type : Onsite

    Life at STERIS

    STERIS Sustainability

    Nearest Major Market : Birmingham

    Job Segment :

    Sterile Processing, Payroll, Infection Control, Travel Nurse, QA, Healthcare, Finance, Quality

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Supervisor Sterile Processing • Birmingham, AL, United States

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    Surgical Tech-Evening shift (10 : 30p-7a) •must have experience

    Surgical Tech-Evening shift (10 : 30p-7a) •must have experience

    Community Health Systems • Vestavia Hills, AL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    The Surgical Technician collaborates with the surgeon and perioperative team to deliver high-quality patient care during surgical procedures. This role prepares and maintains sterile surgical fields...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Component Lab Supervisor

    Component Lab Supervisor

    American Red Cross • Birmingham, AL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home.By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spi...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Nuclear Medicine Tech - $2,106 to $2,306 per week in Mobile, AL

    Travel Nuclear Medicine Tech - $2,106 to $2,306 per week in Mobile, AL

    Titan Medical Group • Birmingham, Alabama, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Travel - Nuclear Medicine Tech.NMTCB / BCLS / BLS - American Heart Association / ARRT(N).Nuclear Medicine Tech - Mobile, AL ⚡. Start : 01 / 05 / 2026 | ⏳ Duration : 13 Weeks.Shift : Day 5x8 (8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM).L...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted • serp_jobs.job_card.new
    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,160 to $2,395 per week in Dothan, AL

    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,160 to $2,395 per week in Dothan, AL

    LRS Healthcare • Birmingham, Alabama, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Ready to start your next travel adventure? LRS Healthcare offers a full benefits package, 24 / 7 support, and a responsive, traveler-first culture. What are you waiting for? Apply today!.Valid license...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Nuclear Medicine Tech - $2,235 per week in Mobile, AL

    Travel Nuclear Medicine Tech - $2,235 per week in Mobile, AL

    Triage Staffing LLC • Birmingham, Alabama, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Travel Radiology : Nuclear Medicine Tech Mobile.Shift Details : 9H Days (8 : 00 AM-5 : 00 PM).Length : 13 WEEKS 13 weeks. Apply for specific facility details.serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Nuclear Medicine Tech - $2,155 to $2,308 per week in Gadsden, AL

    Travel Nuclear Medicine Tech - $2,155 to $2,308 per week in Gadsden, AL

    Host Healthcare • Birmingham, Alabama, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Host Healthcare is an award-winning travel healthcare company with an immediate opening for this Nuclear Medicine Technologist position in Gadsden, AL. If you are interested in this position, please...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Sterile Processing Technician I

    Sterile Processing Technician I

    Children's of Alabama • Birmingham, AL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Performs technical functions of reprocessing, decontamination, disinfection, preparation, packaging, sterilization and distribution of reusable medical instrumentation, and handling / storage of disp...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Sterile Supply Equip Tech-Hospital Maintenance (2)

    Sterile Supply Equip Tech-Hospital Maintenance (2)

    UAB NOVA RENT • Birmingham, AL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Sterile Supply Equip Tech - Hospital Maintenance.The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an e...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    SPT - Sterile Processing Tech - Evenings

    SPT - Sterile Processing Tech - Evenings

    UAB St. Vincent's • Birmingham, AL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Full-time, Monday-Friday, 3pm-11 : 30pm.Benefits for eligible positions only include : .Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more. Inspect, assemble and evaluate all surgical...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted • serp_jobs.job_card.new
    Sterile Processing Coordinator Full Time Days

    Sterile Processing Coordinator Full Time Days

    Baptist Health • Alabaster, AL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    Facility : Baptist Health Shelby Hospital.Being a Sterile Processing Coordinator is more than just a job - it's a calling. It's about making a real difference in people's lives, providing comfort and...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,278 to $2,546 per week in Dothan, AL

    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,278 to $2,546 per week in Dothan, AL

    Prime Time Healthcare • Birmingham, Alabama, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Now Hiring : Allied Healthcare Cath Lab - Dothan, AL.Contact us for Pay Information.Weekly pay ranges of $22780 - 25460 includes weekly taxable income and non-taxable reimbursements.Actual amount de...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $1,936 to $2,164 per week in Dothan, AL

    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $1,936 to $2,164 per week in Dothan, AL

    Prime Time Healthcare • Birmingham, Alabama, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Now Hiring : Allied Healthcare Cath Lab - Dothan, AL.Contact us for Pay Information.Actual amount dependent upon market adjustments. Are you a passionate Allied Healthcare professional looking for a ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,096 to $2,409 per week in Dothan, AL

    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,096 to $2,409 per week in Dothan, AL

    AlliedTravelNetwork • Birmingham, Alabama, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    AlliedTravelNetwork is working with Fusion Medical Staffing to find a qualified Cath Lab Tech in Dothan, Alabama, 36301!. Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Cath Lab Tech for a 13-week tra...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    SPT - Sterile Processing Technician - Ortho Sports - Evenings

    SPT - Sterile Processing Technician - Ortho Sports - Evenings

    UAB St. Vincent's • Birmingham, AL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Sterile Processing, Ortho Sports.Full Time, Evening Shift, Monday-Friday, 2 : 00pm-10 : 30pm.Benefits for eligible positions only include : . Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,160 to $2,395 per week in Dothan, AL

    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,160 to $2,395 per week in Dothan, AL

    AlliedTravelCareers • Birmingham, Alabama, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with LRS Healthcare to find a qualified Cath Lab Tech in Dothan, Alabama, 36301!.Ready to start your next travel adventure? LRS Healthcare offers a full benefits pack...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Sterile Processing Pharmacy Technician

    Sterile Processing Pharmacy Technician

    Revelation Pharma • Birmingham, AL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    A Sterile Processing Technician in a 503B outsourcing facility plays a critical role in maintaining the sterility and safety of compounded sterile preparations (CSPs). This position ensures all equi...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,278 to $2,546 per week in Dothan, AL

    Travel Cath Lab Tech - $2,278 to $2,546 per week in Dothan, AL

    AlliedTravelNetwork • Birmingham, Alabama, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    AlliedTravelNetwork is working with Prime Time Healthcare to find a qualified Cath Lab Tech in Dothan, Alabama, 36301!.Now Hiring : Allied Healthcare Cath Lab - Dothan, AL.Contact us for Pay Informa...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Sterile Processing Tech - PRN - Urology Surgery Center ASC

    Sterile Processing Tech - PRN - Urology Surgery Center ASC

    Community Health Systems • Vestavia Hills, AL, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    As a Sterile Process Technician at Grandview Urology Ambulatory Surgery Center you'll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients.Our full-...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted