Sr Manager of Sterile Processing

 (Los Angeles/South Bay Area)

Multi Site Authority
Los Angeles / Torrance / San Pedro 

Compensation: $145,000 - $175,000 (Base Salary) + Comprehensive Benefits Package

The Opportunity: Lead Multi-Hospital Strategic Operations

Are you a proven leader in Sterile Processing (SPD) ready to take on a strategic, multi-facility role with one of California's most awarded health systems?

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Manager of Sterile Processing to provide strategic and operational oversight for the Sterile Processing Departments across two flagship medical centers in the vibrant South Bay area of Los Angeles County. This role is not just about managing a department; it’s about driving the future of surgical safety and efficiency across two high-acuity, Magnet-recognized facilities.

Why Join Our Organization?

• Mission-Driven Culture: Join an organization where our promise, "Know me, care for me, ease my way," is at the heart of everything we do. We are a large, not-for-profit system with a 100+ year tradition of serving the community.

• Magnet Excellence: You will lead the SPD for one of only 1% of U.S. hospitals to achieve Magnet® recognition four times, signifying the highest standard of nursing excellence and patient care.

• Executive Partnership: This role involves working directly with the Executive Director of Perioperative Services to define and execute the strategic plan for all reprocessing services. You will be a key voice in surgical planning and capital equipment decisions.

• Commitment to the Team: We offer a best-in-class benefits package, a culture built on mutual respect, and a dedication to shaping an inclusive workforce where every caregiver feels valued, heard, and essential.

Your Impact and Key Responsibilities

As the Senior Manager, you will be the definitive authority for all sterile processing operations, quality, and compliance across both our Torrance and San Pedro campuses.

Strategic Leadership and Operations

• Multi-Site Oversight: Direct, unify, and standardize all SPD operations across both medical centers, ensuring seamless service and high-quality instrument turnover to support busy Operating Rooms, Ambulatory Surgery Centers, and Interventional Suites.

• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute a long-term strategic plan for Sterile Processing, focusing on technology adoption, process automation, and facility modernization.

• Budget & Fiscal Management: Take full ownership of the departmental operating and capital budgets. Apply your analytical skills to manage expenses, optimize resource allocation, and drive cost-saving efficiencies while maintaining premium quality.

• Quality & Compliance: Serve as the subject matter expert and compliance officer, ensuring strict adherence to all regulatory standards (AAMI, AORN, TJC, CMS, etc.) and leading continuous performance improvement initiatives.

People and Culture Development

• Team Development: Recruit, mentor, and empower a high-performing SPD leadership team and staff. Implement robust training, competency validation, and career development pathways.

• Collaboration: Build strong, trust-based relationships with physicians, surgeons, OR nurses, and materials management to enhance communication, resolve issues proactively, and foster a collaborative Perioperative environment.

Qualifications for Success

This position requires a dynamic leader with a strong blend of clinical expertise, financial acumen, and proven multi-site management experience.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or a closely related field.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 7 years of progressive experience working directly in the field of Sterile Processing.

  • Minimum 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience leading a hospital Sterile Processing Department.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience with budget creation, management, and analysis.

• Certification (one required upon hire):

  • National Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - HSPA

  • National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - CBSPD

  • National Certified Instrument Specialist (NCIS) - HSPA

  • National Certified Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS) - CBSPD

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience managing SPD operations across multiple hospital campuses or equivalent large-scale complexity (e.g., Level I Trauma Center, large academic medical center).

• Demonstrated success in leading departments through major regulatory surveys (TJC, DNV) and achieving sustained low infection rates.

• A proven track record in implementing advanced tracking and inventory management systems (e.g., SPM, Censitrac).