Director of Central Sterile Processing Operations and Quality
Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, United States
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New York, NYtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
JR2025-102710**How you move is why we’re here.
Now more than ever.**Get back to what you need and love to do.
The possibilities are endless...
Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.
If this describes you then let’s talk!
HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.**Emp Status**Regular Full time**Work Shift****Compensation Range**The base pay scale for this position is $112,000.00 - $170,875.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.# **What you will be doing****About the Role**The **Director of Central Sterile** provides 24/7 clinical and operational leadership for the Central Sterile Processing Unit, ensuring that system-wide initiatives and best practices are embedded into daily operations. This leader standardizes workflows, optimizes processes, enhances regulatory compliance, and drives continuous improvement in support of exceptional patient care—**every patient, every time**.The Director partners closely with nursing leadership, surgeons, perioperative services, and key stakeholders across the HSS enterprise to advance performance, improve reliability, and elevate service excellence. This role also leads the development of dashboards, tools, and data-driven strategies that support institutional goals.**Key Responsibilities****Operational Leadership & Strategy*** Lead and oversee Central Sterile operations around the clock, ensuring alignment with HSS’s mission, vision, and values.* Standardize processes, workflows, communication methods, and service standards across the department.* Develop and implement operating systems that improve efficiency, quality, and performance outcomes.* Partner with Perioperative Services to design and roll out operational improvements and performance metrics.**Quality, Safety & Compliance*** Establish and maintain evidence-based standards for sterile processing and medical device reprocessing.* Ensure full compliance with Joint Commission, AAMI, OSHA, EPA, and institutional regulatory requirements.* Lead QA/PI initiatives, implement corrective actions, and utilize data to drive measurable improvement.* Identify and mitigate risks related to equipment, environment, and processes.**Relationship Management & Collaboration*** Build strong partnerships with nurse leaders, physicians, and cross-functional stakeholders to support seamless patient care.* Promote teamwork, communication, and collaboration within and across departments.* Demonstrate strong customer service and responsiveness in all interactions.**Fiscal Responsibility & Resource Management*** Monitor labor, equipment, and supply utilization to ensure fiscal stewardship and operational sustainability.* Develop business plans and cost-containment strategies to support institutional priorities.* Review staffing and resource allocation with leadership to maintain efficiency and high-quality service.**Qualifications****Required*** Bachelor’s degree* CRCST, CIS, and CHL certifications* Minimum 3 years of healthcare experience in OR, Central Sterile, or OR Materials Management* Progressive leadership or management experience* Strong communication skills and customer service orientation* Computer literacy**Preferred*** 7+ years of healthcare experience* Proficiency with Excel and office productivity tools**Non-Discrimination Policy**
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.Our patients say it best: We receive consistently high ratings from our patients for the quality of our doctors and our hospital. More than 3,000 have shared their experience in their own words.### Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. #J-18808-Ljbffr
New York, NYtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
JR2025-102710**How you move is why we’re here.
Now more than ever.**Get back to what you need and love to do.
The possibilities are endless...
Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.
If this describes you then let’s talk!
HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.**Emp Status**Regular Full time**Work Shift****Compensation Range**The base pay scale for this position is $112,000.00 - $170,875.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.# **What you will be doing****About the Role**The **Director of Central Sterile** provides 24/7 clinical and operational leadership for the Central Sterile Processing Unit, ensuring that system-wide initiatives and best practices are embedded into daily operations. This leader standardizes workflows, optimizes processes, enhances regulatory compliance, and drives continuous improvement in support of exceptional patient care—**every patient, every time**.The Director partners closely with nursing leadership, surgeons, perioperative services, and key stakeholders across the HSS enterprise to advance performance, improve reliability, and elevate service excellence. This role also leads the development of dashboards, tools, and data-driven strategies that support institutional goals.**Key Responsibilities****Operational Leadership & Strategy*** Lead and oversee Central Sterile operations around the clock, ensuring alignment with HSS’s mission, vision, and values.* Standardize processes, workflows, communication methods, and service standards across the department.* Develop and implement operating systems that improve efficiency, quality, and performance outcomes.* Partner with Perioperative Services to design and roll out operational improvements and performance metrics.**Quality, Safety & Compliance*** Establish and maintain evidence-based standards for sterile processing and medical device reprocessing.* Ensure full compliance with Joint Commission, AAMI, OSHA, EPA, and institutional regulatory requirements.* Lead QA/PI initiatives, implement corrective actions, and utilize data to drive measurable improvement.* Identify and mitigate risks related to equipment, environment, and processes.**Relationship Management & Collaboration*** Build strong partnerships with nurse leaders, physicians, and cross-functional stakeholders to support seamless patient care.* Promote teamwork, communication, and collaboration within and across departments.* Demonstrate strong customer service and responsiveness in all interactions.**Fiscal Responsibility & Resource Management*** Monitor labor, equipment, and supply utilization to ensure fiscal stewardship and operational sustainability.* Develop business plans and cost-containment strategies to support institutional priorities.* Review staffing and resource allocation with leadership to maintain efficiency and high-quality service.**Qualifications****Required*** Bachelor’s degree* CRCST, CIS, and CHL certifications* Minimum 3 years of healthcare experience in OR, Central Sterile, or OR Materials Management* Progressive leadership or management experience* Strong communication skills and customer service orientation* Computer literacy**Preferred*** 7+ years of healthcare experience* Proficiency with Excel and office productivity tools**Non-Discrimination Policy**
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.Our patients say it best: We receive consistently high ratings from our patients for the quality of our doctors and our hospital. More than 3,000 have shared their experience in their own words.### Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. #J-18808-Ljbffr