Director Sterile Processing

Garnet Health • Mechanicstown, NY

9d • $99,665 - $124,581

About The Position

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Director, Sterile Processing on our Sterile Processing team at/in Garnet Health Medical Middletown.
Central Sterile Processing Director position assumes twenty-four hour responsibility for planning and coordinating the clinical and managerial aspects for the Central Sterile Processing Department. Responsibilities include the provision of processed, sterile and non-sterile supplies, equipment and services for the care and treatment of patients. Reports to and works with Surgical Services Administrator and assists in the planning, organizing and the overall objectives of the department and its daily operations. The Central Sterile Processing Director supports the philosophy and standards of the Surgical Services Division and GHMC. The Director functions as a leader for Central Sterile Processing personnel.
At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.
Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.
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Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5-7 years Surgical Technician or Sterile Processing Experience
• 1 year experience in a Management role.
• Central Service Registration required
• Travel to multiple facilities is required.
• Work is primarily sedentary with intermittent standing and walking.
• Performs normal office activities.
• At times is needed to lift and carry supplies and trays weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Works in a clean, well- lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.
• Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks.
• Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment.
• Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks.
• Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.
• May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• B.S./B.A. in Health, Business or Nursing preferred
• Central Sterile Technician certification is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Central Sterile Processing Director position assumes twenty-four hour responsibility for planning and coordinating the clinical and managerial aspects for the Central Sterile Processing Department.
• Responsibilities include the provision of processed, sterile and non-sterile supplies, equipment and services for the care and treatment of patients.
• Reports to and works with Surgical Services Administrator and assists in the planning, organizing and the overall objectives of the department and its daily operations.
• The Central Sterile Processing Director supports the philosophy and standards of the Surgical Services Division and GHMC.
• The Director functions as a leader for Central Sterile Processing personnel.

Benefits

• At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential.
• Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs.

What This Job Offers

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