Manager Sterile Processing - Sterile Supply

Summary

This Job is responsible for the administration of sterile processing including: quality of decontamination, cleaning & sterilization of surgical instruments, reprocess-able equipment and supplies in the hospital. Is also responsible for functional coordination of the department with other departments and outside resources.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Maintain records of biological and case data.
• Plans, organizes, directs and controls the work of Sterile Processing; participates with Perioperative Director in making department decisions, budgeting and safety.
• Hires, develops and evaluates the Central Sterile Technicians using both positive reinforcement and disciplinary action as needed.
• Provides orientation for new associates and ongoing support for continuing education and enrichment.
• Developing in-services for training purposes for the sterile processing department.
• Monitors compliance with sterilization procedures and guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing reusable supplies and equipment.
• Provides for department coverage/scheduling.
• Develops department procedures in accordance with organizational standards to insure the delivery of quality patient care.
• Supervise adherence to sterilization protocols as provided in Sterilization Reference Manual.
• write, edit and implement policy and procedures for the SPD department.
• Facilitates the coordination of Central Sterile services with other hospital departments and across the region.
• Pursues innovative opportunities for improving services and reducing cost.
• Meets with users to encourage standardization in order to obtain better pricing agreements with vendors.

Job Requirements

Education/Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from an accredited program of sterilization; military training in the field of sterile processing/instrumentation preferred.
• Bachelors Degree preferred.

Experience

• 3 years of progressive supervisory or lead experience in an acute Surgical or Periop setting in the Central Sterile Processing Department required.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• RN or LVN/LPN License preferred.
• Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) from HSPA preferred.
• BLS preferred.
• Certification required from one of the following within 6 months of hire or transfer:
• CRCST or CIS from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), formerly known as IAHCSMM.
• CBSPD T from The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc.

Work Schedule

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type

Full Time