Sterile Processing - Certified Sterile Processing Tech

Profession: Surgical Services

Specialty: Sterile Processing Tech (SPT) Team Lead

Duration: 12 months

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8

Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years in supply chain or materials management experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a healthcare or sterile processing environment preferred.

License:

• BLS required.

Certifications:

• RN, CMRP, CRCST, or CPIM certification preferred.

Must-Have:

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP or inventory control software.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Description:

The Supervisor, Sterile Supply is responsible for overseeing inventory management and sterile supply operations across assigned facilities.

This role provides leadership, coordination, and support to ensure optimal inventory levels, compliance with regulatory standards, and seamless supply chain operations.

The Supervisor serves as a key resource for clinical and non-clinical staff, focusing on efficiency, quality, and cost control within sterile processing and supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise a group of 9 full-time equivalents.

Oversee system-wide management of medical supply inventory, including sterile and non-sterile items, ensuring accuracy, availability, and cost efficiency across multiple staffing sites.

Maintain and update inventory databases, conduct regular cycle counts, and track stock levels, lead times, and service performance.

Develop, implement, and optimize inventory processes to support clinical operations in diverse healthcare environments.

Review purchase requests for new items, non-stock supplies, or replacement products, ensuring alignment with clinical needs and organizational standards.

Manage vendor returns, product recalls, and discrepancy resolution processes in collaboration with procurement and materials management teams.

Collaborate with teams to analyze usage trends, eliminate obsolete stock, and support continuous process improvement.

Lead and participate in meetings to review inventory levels, staffing allocations, and workflow enhancements.

Manage staff performance, including training, mentoring, evaluation, and recognition to promote team effectiveness and professional growth.

Evaluate and report on key performance metrics, budget variances, and compliance findings.

Partner with Human Resources to ensure appropriate staffing levels and team readiness across multiple locations.

Support ongoing education initiatives and compliance programs related to supply chain operations and sterile processing standards.

Lead or support annual inventory audits and ensure all documentation and procedures meet regulatory and organizational requirements.