Manager, Central Sterile Processing

Are you a collaborative leader with a passion for operational excellence in surgical services? UPMC St. Margaret is seeking a Manager of Central Sterile Processing to oversee sterile processing operations at our facility. This daylight role (8- or 10-hour shifts, Monday-Friday) offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, optimize tray management, and drive quality and efficiency in a critical support department. If you're experienced in staff management, scheduling, and surgical instrumentation logistics-and ready to make a meaningful impact-this could be the perfect next step in your career. Key Responsibilities: + Lead and support a team of sterile processing professionals, including hiring, scheduling, and performance management. + Collaborate with OR clinicians and leadership to manage surgical tray inventory, consignment contracts, and instrumentation needs. + Maintain compliance with hospital policies and ensure staff competency and orientation. + Monitor departmental performance, budgets, and supply levels; provide regular reports to the OR Unit Director. + Serve as a key liaison between Sterile Processing and internal stakeholders to ensure service satisfaction. + Remain accessible for 24/7 staff support (no on-call, weekends, or holidays required). + Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support a culture of safety, accountability, and professional growth. + Associate degree in nursing, Business, or related field. + 5 years of experience in Central Sterile Processing or Surgical Technology. + 3 years supervisory or team lead experience required. + Ability to communicate effectively with peers, physicians, staff of other hospital departments, and outside contacts. + Must have a Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution or Certified Registered Central Service Technician provisional certification and pass the certification exam prior to moving into the role. + Must complete 10 hours of continuing education to remain qualified as a Central Sterile Technician on an annual basis + Must be able to stand for all shift hours and be able to pick up, push, pull etc. 35 pounds. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: + Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution OR Certified Registered Central Service Technician with Healthcare Sterile Processing Association + Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Created: 2026-01-19