Director of Sterile Processing - Asheville, NC (Full Time, Direct Hire)

Job Title: Director of Sterile Processing

Location: Asheville, NC 28801
Schedule: Full-Time | Days
Employment Type: Permanent
Estimated Salary Range: $110,000 – $170,000 (based on experience)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and leadership background.

• Comprehensive benefits package may include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • 401(k) with employer match

  • Paid time off

  • Tuition reimbursement and certification support

  • Leadership development programs

  • Relocation assistance (if applicable)

  • Incentive bonus eligibility (if applicable)

Position Summary

The Director of Sterile Processing provides strategic, operational, and clinical oversight for the Sterile Processing Department (SPD). This role ensures the safe, efficient decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment in compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and infection prevention standards. The Director fosters a culture of accountability, quality assurance, and continuous improvement while aligning departmental performance with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department.

• Ensure timely instrument turnaround to support surgical case flow.

• Manage staffing, scheduling, and productivity to meet surgical demand.

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of instruments and supplies.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with AAMI, AORN, CDC, Joint Commission, and other regulatory standards.

• Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and workflows.

• Lead quality assurance initiatives and performance improvement projects.

• Monitor sterilization records, biological testing, and documentation accuracy.

• Ensure equipment maintenance and preventive service schedules are maintained.

Financial Oversight

• Develop and manage departmental operating and capital budgets.

• Monitor expenses, labor utilization, and supply costs.

• Identify cost-saving initiatives while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, train, and develop sterile processing staff and leaders.

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and corrective action when necessary.

• Promote a culture of collaboration between SPD, OR, and clinical departments.

• Ensure staff maintain required certifications and continuing education.

Strategic Growth & Collaboration

• Partner with surgical services leadership to support service line expansion.

• Evaluate and implement new technologies and process improvements.

• Participate in hospital committees related to infection prevention and surgical quality.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Nursing, or a related field (required or strongly preferred).

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive leadership experience in Sterile Processing within an acute care hospital setting.

• Experience managing Sterile Processing in a high-volume surgical environment preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards.

Certifications

• CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) required.

• CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader) or CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist) preferred.

• Additional sterile processing certifications are a plus.

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com 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.