Project Manager Sterile Processing Services

Position Title:

Project Manager – Sterile Processing Services

Location:

On-site
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
Houston, TX

Employment Type:

Full-Time, On-Site

Schedule:

• Sunday–Saturday oversight

• Variable hours

• 24/7 availability via phone

• On-site during standard operations

• Alternate PM required during absence

Position Summary:

The Project Manager serves as the Contractor’s single point of contact and is responsible for managing all sterile processing services, personnel oversight, compliance, quality control, reporting, and coordination with the VA COR.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all contract personnel

• Ensure 24/7 coverage

• Oversee quality control program

• Submit monthly status reports

• Conduct shift inspections

• Coordinate vendor training

• Maintain training records & certifications

• Respond to COR within 30 minutes in emergencies

• Implement repair-reduction strategies

• Monitor AQL compliance

• Manage staffing plan & contingency pool

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years supervisory experience

• Extensive SPS experience

• Strong communication skills

• Experience in hospital sterile processing

• Knowledge of AAMI, AQL, IFU standards

• Ability to manage 24/7 operations

• Level 1 VA SPS Certification (within 90 days)

Certifications:

Preferred:

• HSPA Certification

• CPSPD Certification

Required:

• VA SPS Level 1 (within 90 days)

• NACI clearance

• PIV eligibility

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk facility daily

• Exposure to hospital environment

• Standing for extended periods