Sterile Processing Manager - Acute Care (Direct Hire) -...

Sterile Processing Manager - Acute Care (Direct Hire) Location: Asheville, NC Setting: Acute Care | Regional Medical Center Employment Type: Full-Time Shift: Evenings Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: $52,000 - $90,000 (commensurate with experience) Sign-On Bonus: Available on a case-by-case basis Relocation Assistance: Available (starting at $5,000) Position Summary The Sterile Processing Manager provides operational leadership and staff oversight for a high-volume Sterile Processing Department supporting complex surgical and procedural services within an acute-care environment. Reporting to senior departmental leadership, this role is accountable for departmental performance, staff competency, quality assurance, and collaboration with surgical and clinical partners. This opportunity is well-suited for an experienced Sterile Processing leader or a senior team lead ready to advance into a broader management role within a fast-paced hospital setting. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and daily operational oversight of the Sterile Processing Department Support departmental goals, patient safety standards, and service excellence initiatives Collaborate closely with Surgical Services and clinical departments to ensure efficient workflow and case readiness Assist with staffing, scheduling, and maintaining appropriate skill mix across all shifts Support recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and ongoing education of department staff Ensure staff competency, certification compliance, and adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards Assist with quality assurance programs and continuous performance improvement initiatives Monitor and promote compliance with aseptic technique, infection control, and sterilization standards Recommend staffing levels, equipment needs, and operational resources to leadership Serve as a visible and supportive leader for evening shift operations Required Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of Sterile Processing experience Minimum of 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience Completion of a Two-Year Surgical Technology Program or CRCST/CSPDT certification Active CSPDT or IAHCSMM (HSPA) certification Strong leadership, communication, and technical skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment High attention to detail with strong organizational skills Proficiency with computer systems and department workflow applications In-depth knowledge of: Operating room instrumentation and equipment Aseptic technique and infection prevention standards Preferred Qualifications Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree Experience supporting multiple surgical service lines Leadership experience in large or high-volume Sterile Processing departments Surgery Center leadership experience For more details contact at or Call / Text at 516-862-1169. About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

Created: 2026-02-06