Director of Sterile Processing - DOSPJM
Company: NavitasPartners
Location: Asheville
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Director of Sterile
Processing Location: Asheville, NC 28801 Schedule: Full-Time | Days
Employment Type: Permanent About the Facility A large acute care
regional medical center in Western North Carolina is seeking an
experienced Director of Sterile Processing to lead and oversee all
sterile processing operations. This high-acuity hospital supports a
robust surgical services program, including multiple operating
rooms and specialty service lines. The facility is committed to
quality, patient safety, and regulatory excellence while
maintaining a collaborative and team-focused culture. Position
Summary The Director of Sterile Processing provides strategic,
operational, and clinical oversight for the Sterile Processing
Department (SPD). This leader 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. 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 related field (Required or strongly preferred depending on
facility requirements) 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
preferred. 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) For more details reach at jmckenzie@navitashealth.com
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a 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.
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