Sterile Processing Manager

Job description

**Description**



Sterile Processing Manager to oversee the Providence Mission Hospital Sterile Processing Departments in Mission Viejo and Laguna Beach, CA.

This is a full-time position.



In charge of effectively and efficiently running the entire operations of the Sterile Processing Departments, the backbone of Mission and Laguna Beach Hospital O.R. The SPD Manager plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and controls all the activities related to equipment/instrument decontamination, processing, sterilization, and quality control.

This position involves foresight and determines priorities to ensure timely and efficient delivery of department service without sacrificing safety, aseptic, and infection control standards.



Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo has received Magnet designation in 2012, 2017, 2021 and are in the process of earning our fourth designation in 2025! This is a prestigious designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), which recognizes organizations that provide the highest-quality care.

Only eight percent of hospitals nationwide have achieved Magnet designation.



Providence Mission - Laguna Beach Hospital, recognized as one of the best regional hospitals in 18 types of care by U.S. News & World Report, including orthopedic and geriatric care.



Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable.

Join our team at Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect.

Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.



Required Qualifications:



+ Graduation from academic or military program in Surgical Technology.

+ 5 years of Experience in hospital sterile processing as Team Leader or Supervisor.

+ Upon hire: National Certified Ambulatory Surgery Sterile Processing Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Or

+ Upon hire: National Certified Endoscope Reprocessor - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association Or

+ Upon hire: National Flexible Endoscope Reprocessors - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Or

+ Upon hire: National Certified Healthcare Leader - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association Or

+ Upon hire: National Certified Instrument Specialist - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association Or

+ Upon hire: National Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association Or

+ Upon hire: National Certified Surgical Instrument Specialist - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Or

+ Upon hire: National Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution Or

+ Upon hire: National Management in Sterile Processing - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution



**Preferred Qualifications:**



+ Associate's Degree in Applied Sciences.

+ Coursework/Training and Training in decontamination, processing, sterilization, and quality control.



**Why Join Providence?**



Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.

We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.



**About Providence**

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others.

We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington.

As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.



The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.



Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more.

Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.



Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.



**About the Team**

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between.

In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.



Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care.

Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.



Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
**Requsition ID:** 390043
**Company:** Providence Jobs
**Job Category:** Surgical/Perioperative Services
**Job Function:** Clinical Care
**Job Schedule:** Full time
**Job Shift:** Day
**Career Track:** Leadership
**Department:** 7500 MH STERILE PROCESS
**Address:** CA Mission Viejo 27700 Medical Ctr Rd
**Work Location:** Mission Hospital Mission Viejo
**Workplace Type:** On-site
**Pay Range:** $44.35 - $68.86
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Required Skill Profession

Other General