Coordinator, Sterile Processing

CASS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER • Harrisonville, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Sterile Processing Coordinator is to ensure that quality care is followed per policy and procedure in the Sterile Processing Department. Supervises and directs the functions of the Sterile Processing Technicians and assist in training of new employees. Assist with stocking all supplies and maintaining PAR levels. Quality performance and maintenance logs for all biological and chemical monitoring of various types sterilizers to include, steam and Sterrad. Leads the team and works alongside central processing technicians in performance of all duties related to sterilization records; insuring hospital policies and procedures and TJC standards are met; the set-up, delivery , pick up , decontamination and maintenance of medical equipment, procedural trays and carts; sterilization of supplies and instruments. Is responsible for the cost-effective inventory control and standardization of designated inventories for the facility. Responsible for securing appropriate repairs on needed equipment. Assist with proper instrumentation is available for daily cases. Ability to supervise staff to be flexible and responsive to rapid instrumentation turnovers for cases during the day. Formally responsible for providing input into policies associated with the job's purpose and essential responsibilities. Complete assigned responsibilities within established hospital, unit specific guidelines, policies and procedures, standards, protocols, etc. Determines causes of operating errors and decides what to do about it. Must be able to examine and detect imperfections in instruments and malfunctions with sterilization equipment. Must be able to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations or standards. Must be able to prioritize instrument sterilization with surgery’s daily cases. Supervises work performed in department. Provides feedback to ensure quality standards are met.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous surgical instrumentation/equipment decontamination and sterilization with familiarity of various instrument sterilization methods required.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, initiative and ability to take independent action, excellent planning skills, and be capable of establishing and maintaining outstanding working relationships.
• Able to work in conjunction with the OR staff to provide timely sterile products and maintain consistency and continuous workflow between the OR and Sterile Processing Department while practicing excellent customer service.
• Follows established policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental and infection control guidelines.
• Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of sterile processing or operating room technician experience preferred.
• Certified Surgical Tech (NCCT) or Certified Registered Central Service Technical (CRCST) or Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) or equivalent.
• Certified Sterile Processing Tech required within 12 months through Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) or Certified Reg Central Service Tech through International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management IAHCSMM within 12 months or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Receive and Decontaminates instruments, per manufacturer’s instructions and departmental policies and procedures.
• Prepares and assembles instruments per method of sterilization.
• Operates and maintains Steris Equipment; keep records of loads completed, items of loads and maintenance procedures.
• Ensures department policies and procedures are followed.

What This Job Offers

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