Manager - Central Sterile Processing

Trinity Health•Waterbury, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Manages the operation and clinical coordination of the Central Sterile Processing department at the main campus and at NVSC. Responsible for performance improvement and employees adherence to policies and practices that are in compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements. Actively promotes an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach to the delivery of care. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the department’s goals and functions. Communicates and collaborates with peers, staff, customers, supervisors and managers. Provides guidance and direction on all activities pertaining to CSP employees work assignments, quality, and development. Takes corrective action or utilizes discipline as necessary. Ensures the cleanliness standards are met by all. Maintains and oversees the instrument tracking system and the effective use and function of all instruments. Assures proper preventive maintenance of Sterilizer/high disinfecting/disinfecting equipment; establishes maintenance and replacement schedules. Interviews, hires, and trains all new staff. Provides a comprehensive departmental orientation to all new personnel and required training to all staff on a regular basis. Maintains continued education in the field of Sterile Processing operations and equipment through education, literature and seminars. Ensure proper and efficient workflow throughout the Perioperative operation. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

NICHSPDP or IAHCSMM Technician Certification
Organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, residents, nursing staff, patient care staff, administrators, patients and families required.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Must have a customer service focus, ability to work with staff, and be dedicated and accountable for work.
Ability to effectively manage a three shift staff.
Knowledge of a Central Sterile Processing workflow.
Knowledge of all CS equipment and its use.
Ability to create and effectively manage a budget.
High School diploma or equivalent
5 years' experience in the supervision and direction of a CS department in a Healthcare Environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for performance improvement and employees adherence to policies and practices that are in compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Actively promotes an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach to the delivery of care.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the department’s goals and functions.
Communicates and collaborates with peers, staff, customers, supervisors and managers.
Provides guidance and direction on all activities pertaining to CSP employees work assignments, quality, and development.
Takes corrective action or utilizes discipline as necessary.
Ensures the cleanliness standards are met by all.
Maintains and oversees the instrument tracking system and the effective use and function of all instruments.
Assures proper preventive maintenance of Sterilizer/high disinfecting/disinfecting equipment; establishes maintenance and replacement schedules.
Interviews, hires, and trains all new staff.
Provides a comprehensive departmental orientation to all new personnel and required training to all staff on a regular basis.
Maintains continued education in the field of Sterile Processing operations and equipment through education, literature and seminars.
Ensure proper and efficient workflow throughout the Perioperative operation.
Performs related duties as required.