Sterile Processing Manager- ACC - Irvine Sterile Processing-F/T-Day Shift

University of California - Irvine Health
medical insurance
United States, California, Irvine
Jun 26, 2025
Who We Are UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County. To learn more about UCI Health, visit www.ucihealth.org. Your Role on the Team Position Summary: The Central Sterile Processing Manager applies managerial skills and technical expertise to achieve organizational objectives through the management of daily operations, overseeing supervisors, and coordinating staff achievements. This role is responsible for collaborating in the establishment of departmental goals and objectives and manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial, and often physical resources in compliance with departmental and organizational goals and objectives. This individual ensures compliance with internal policies and procedures and defined regulatory requirements; participates in establishing and adherence to quality and safety standards; identifies opportunities for process improvement; and maintains effective communication with client departments. The incumbent is responsible for human resource management and determining optimal deployment of personnel and resources to achieve high-quality objectives and patient care. What It Takes to be Successful Required Qualifications: Thorough knowledge of all aspects of sterile processing operations Proven problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills to evaluate complex issues, identify problems, and determine and implement appropriate, effective solutions. Demonstrates sound judgment Proficient with MS Windows applications and surgery scheduling systems. Ability to produce presentations and comprehensive reports. Outstanding interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization from senior management to bedside staff Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills Must demonstrate ability to effectively communicate with staff and management. Minimum 5 years experience in sterile processing Minimum 3 years of demonstrated supervisor and/or leadership skills in employee supervision and human resources administration to effectively manage, lead, and motivate others Knowledge of relevant medical center, Human Resources, and UC policies and processes. Comprehensive knowledge of relevant internal policy and external regulations Knowledge of procurement management Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimating, and fiscal management principles and procedures. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills Established ability to organize operations in an efficient and effective manner through improving processes, procedures, and systems Demonstrated knowledge and experience with supply chain management Demonstrated ability to lead change and effectively manage conflict Demonstrated ability to effectively manage staff with diverse skills and expertise Current full CRCST or CSPDT certification. Must maintain certification by taking CEUs and renewing certification. Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training Ability to present complex information to diverse audiences Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload Ability to implement process improvement strategies and quality initiatives Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System Licenses and Certifications: Basic Life Support Registered Nurse Education: Total Compensation We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits. Conditions of Employment: The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan Employment Misconduct* Legal Right to Work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php Closing Statement:* The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship Must be able to provide proof of work authorization