Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Director of Sterile Processing is responsible for the direction and leadership of operational, financial, programmatic and employee related activities for Central Sterile Processing, Operating Room Sterile Processing, and Logistics Sterile Processing within all Children's Mercy locations. This includes establishing, meeting and continuously monitoring the goals and objectives while maintaining alignment with the strategic goals and objectives. This role develops and implements plans, policies, and procedures regarding operations and staffing. Oversees purchasing of equipment, instruments, and supplies for operation budget development and forecasted long-range planning. The Director works closely with a variety of stakeholders, coordinating the activities and services of Sterile Processing across the Children's Mercy enterprise. The Director of Sterile Processing serves as the programmatic and operational leader for Sterile Processing and is responsible to the Senior Director, Perioperative Services.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Provides leadership for team members to support the operations of Central Sterile Processing, Operating Room Sterile Processing, and Logistics Sterile Processing across the enterprise.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates department operations and staff selection, evaluation, provides guidance on scheduling and continuing education for all areas of the department in cooperation with the Sr. Director, Perioperative Services.
• Builds collaborative relationships and maintains regular communication with all sterile processing customers in order to meet customer service needs and ensure continued compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation requirements.
• Utilizes financial data to effectively manage the departments' operating budgets, plan capital expenditures, and formulate a business plan for new programs or services.
• Promote continuous quality improvement work while supporting the Children's Mercy Lean System (CMLS).

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.

• Bachelor's Degree Business or Healthcare and 5-7 years experience Previous management experience in Sterile Processing or Operating Room required. or
• Master's Degree Business or Healthcare within 3 years of hire
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician
• Certified Healthcare Leader
• Employees must obtain Certified Healthcare Leader or equivalent within 365 days
• Certified Central Service Technician (CRCST) Required Upon Hire
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) Preferred Upon Hire
• Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) Required 1 Year