Sterile Processing Supervisor

Cleveland Clinic

Dover, OH

Job posting number: #7274849 (Ref:ccf20910248)

Posted: August 22, 2024

Job Description

Join Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Located in Dover, Ohio, Union Hospital is an award-winning not-for-profit community hospital serving the communities of eastern Ohio. Community and personalized care are at the forefront of Union Hospital’s values. At Cleveland Clinic, you will be part of a talented, compassionate, and driven team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and provide stellar patient care. At Cleveland Clinic, you will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.


Certified CS/SPD Technicians are responsible for cleaning and maintaining surgical tools and hospital equipment. The CS SPD Supervisor will supervise and coordinate the daily activities of Sterile Processing or Central Sterile Supply unit. You are responsible for checking equipment to make sure it is in good repair and up to date.

A caregiver in this position works Days, from 6:30am—3:00pm.


A caregiver who excels in this role will:

  • Prepare and evaluate daily staff assignments for assigned shifts.

  • Ensure staff comply with department and Cleveland Clinic policies, procedures, and protocols and provide performance feedback to employees, and when applicable, corrective action.

  • Assess quality of services delivery to ensure department quality standards are met, turnaround time is efficient and OR needs are met.

  • Facilitate staff development programs including in-services on product usage and infection control.

  • Assist in orienting new employees and may act as preceptor.

  • Collect data and prepare reports concerning instrument distribution, loss, and replacement.

  • Administers an instrument preventative maintenance program.

  • Use the department\'s instrument and productivity tracking program to maintain accurate records regarding sterilization and set assembly count sheets.

  • Establish internal inventory levels and maintain levels in accordance with set standards.

  • Establish par level stocks and monitors for proper utilization, as applicable.

  • Actively seek ways to eliminate errors, reduce turnaround time, maintain workflow, and improve customer service.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

  • A high school diploma or GED.

  • Sterile Processing Distribution certification (CRST) by IAHCSMM or CBSPD.

  • Two years of SPT and/or related O.R experience


Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

  • CS/SPD Lead Technician experience.


Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/

Physical Requirements:

  • Extended periods of walking, standing, bending, stretching and lifting.

  • Some instrument trays may weigh in excess of 30 pounds.

  • Possible exposure to biohazardous materials, possible exposure to carcinogenic and hazardous chemicals and gases.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.


By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.


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Job posting number:#7274849 (Ref:ccf20910248)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland,Ohio
United States
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