Central Sterile Processing Quality & Safety Supervisor

About the role

Bring your sterile processing expertise and leadership skills to Capital Region Medical Center in Largo, Maryland, and help advance quality, safety, and team performance.

University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center is seeking an experienced Central Sterile Processing Quality & Safety Supervisor with CRCST certification to provide daily leadership, operational oversight, and staff development. You’ll help ensure instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly decontaminated, assembled, sterilized, and ready to support safe patient care.

This opportunity combines hands-on leadership with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. We’re looking for a collaborative leader who enjoys coaching staff, strengthening workflows, and maintaining consistent sterile processing standards.

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday • 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. • Weekend Rotation & Holidays Required.

Leadership Coverage: Provides leadership presence and support across all shifts as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties outline the general scope and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list.

• Supervise and coordinate daily Central Sterile Processing operations, staff assignments, workload, and department priorities.
• Oversee decontamination, cleaning, processing, sterilization, packaging, and preparation of instruments, supplies, and equipment in accordance with infection control and safety standards.
• Monitor sterilization processes, including biological and chemical testing, autoclave operation, sterility requirements, and required documentation.
• Ensure proper tray assembly, instrument processing, and timely distribution of sterile instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, workflow planning, time and attendance, and daily department coverage.
• Maintain appropriate inventory and par levels while supporting cost-effective utilization of supplies and equipment.
• Train, coach, mentor, and support staff development, orientation, competencies, and ongoing education.
• Support department quality and performance improvement initiatives and assist in resolving operational concerns.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, safety standards, and Central Sterile Processing best practices.
• Serve as a department resource and assume responsibility for department operations in the manager's absence.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational teams to support efficient workflow and exceptional service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSURE:

• CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or Certified Surgical Technologist certification, required.
• CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader), preferred.
• 3–5 years of Central Sterile Processing experience, required.
• Leadership, supervisory, or equivalent management experience within Central Sterile Processing strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example, provide staff direction, and promote accountability.
• Knowledge of sterilization practices, infection control, regulatory standards, inventory management, and quality improvement.
• College degree or equivalent experience and/or training.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• All applicant information will be handled confidentially in accordance with EEO guidelines. 

COMPENSATION

• Pay Range: $31.78 - $44.50 per hour.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package available for Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN employees.
• Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement within a Growing Central Sterile Processing Department Dedicated to Quality, Safety, and Excellence in Surgical Care.

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