Manager, Central Sterile Processing

Manager, Central Sterile Processing Lead the Team Behind the Scenes That Powers the OR

Ready to take the lead in a high-impact, fast-paced environment? As the Manager of Central Sterile Processing, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring surgical teams have exactly what they need—when they need it—while driving quality, efficiency, and team excellence.

Schedule

• Evening or Night Shift
• 5 (8-hour) shifts per week
• Rotating weekend manager call

What You’ll Do

You’ll oversee all sterile processing operations while serving as a key partner to Surgical Services and clinical teams across the hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Daily Operations:

• Ensure efficient, high-quality sterile processing and supply workflows

• Support Off-Shift Teams:

• Provide leadership and guidance to supervisors and staff during evenings, nights, and weekends

• Partner with the OR:

• Act as a liaison between the OR, SPD, and other clinical departments to support instrumentation needs in real time

• Maintain Throughput:

• Keep department operations running smoothly and efficiently to meet surgical demand

• Drive Performance Improvement:

• Analyze data, identify trends, and implement process enhancements

• Build & Develop Talent:

• Mentor, coach, and evaluate team members while fostering a positive, collaborative culture

• Ensure Compliance & Quality:

• Maintain adherence to regulatory standards and best practices

• Manage Budgets:

• Oversee operating and capital budgets, including forecasting and variance reporting

• Optimize Instrumentation Processes:

Support instrument tracking, standardization, and turnaround improvements

Why This Role Stands Out

• Be a visible leader supporting both day-to-day operations and off-shift teams
• Directly impact patient safety and surgical outcomes
• Collaborate across departments and influence system-wide improvements
• Shape team culture through mentorship and strong leadership

What We’re Looking For

• Education:

• Associate degree in Nursing, Business, or related field

• Experience:

• 5+ years in Central Sterile Processing or surgical Technology

• 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role

• Skills:

• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities

• Proven leadership and operational management skills

• Certification:

• CBSPD or CRCST (or ability to obtain upon hire)

• 10 CE hours annually required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Lift, push, pull up to 35 lbs

Licensure & Clearances

• CBSPD or CRCST certification
• Act 34 clearance

Why Join UPMC?

At UPMC, you’ll join a mission-driven team committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. We invest in our leaders and empower them to make meaningful change—every day.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran