Central Sterile Processing Coordinator

Tenet Healthcare • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

Under general supervision and in accordance with department and DMC policies and procedures, the Central Sterile Processing Coordinator assists with the daily management of the Central Sterile Processing (CSP) department. The coordinator monitors staff productivity and reassigns staff as needed to support efficient operations. They serve as a liaison between the Operating Rooms and CSP to ensure cases are complete and delivered on time, and address Operating Room issues related to CSP. In partnership with the CSP management team, department managers, and director, the coordinator works to continually improve departmental services and complete and monitor the departmental budget. The position is responsible for providing consistent, high-quality customer service to departments and personnel served by CSP.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years of progressively more responsible experience in a Central Services department.
• Certification through CBSPD or IAHCSMM required.
• Analytical ability to gather and interpret data, identify discrepancies or issues, seek advice when precedents are unclear, and determine methods to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Communication and interpersonal skills for discussing issues and potential solutions with internal and external customers; courtesy, listening, discretion, and conflict-resolution skills are required.
• Ability to read and comprehend procedures and technical literature in the functional area.
• Leadership skills, including willingness to pursue increasingly accountable leadership roles, comfort with decision-making, coaching, teaching and counseling skills, and the ability to inspire confidence, build alliances, and garner support.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques, surgical instruments, the instrument processing cycle, and processing equipment operation.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• Experience as a lead technician or equivalent, or comparable experience in supervision and instrument processing, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily management of the Central Sterile Processing department under general supervision and according to applicable policies and procedures.
• Monitor staff productivity and reassign staff as needed to ensure efficient department operations.
• Act as a liaison between the Operating Rooms and CSP to ensure cases are complete and delivered on time.
• Address Operating Room problems related to CSP.
• Work with CSP management team members to continually improve departmental services.
• Provide consistent, high-quality customer service to departments and personnel served by CSP.
• Work with department managers and the director to complete and monitor the departmental budget.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED