Manager, Sterile Processing

CHOC•Orange, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general guidance, the Manager, Sterile Processing is responsible for the operations and services which include decontamination and sterile processing of reusable instruments and equipment in collaboration with Surgical Services and patient care areas. The Manager will ensure the department meets or exceeds the regulatory requirements and that the department be maintained in a cost-effective manner. Establish policies and procedures related to decontamination and sterilization. Serve as a positive role model to facilitate and improve department performance and activities, demonstrating effective communication skills with peers, leads, staff, department managers and guests, to create an efficient workflow and team atmosphere.

Requirements

Minimum five (5) years of Sterile Processing experience in a Senior and/or Lead Tech capacity.
Understanding of Title 22 and CDPH regulations for in-hospital sterilization regulations, quality control, and biological monitoring.
Knowledge in infection control, decontamination, disinfection, instrument assembly and packaging, high-level sterilization, biological testing, and inventory management and distribution.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to use computer-based programs.
Ability to work routinely without direct supervision.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment in daily activities.
Ability to understand and implement infection control and hospital safety practices.
Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician (CSPDT).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST).

Nice To Haves

Five years of Sterile Processing or Central Supply Management experience.
Operating Room experience.
Surgical Technologist experience.
Associate degree in Surgical Technology.
Graduate of two-year accredited specialty program in surgical technology.
CA Registered Nurse (RN) license.

Responsibilities

Oversee decontamination and sterile processing of reusable instruments and equipment.
Ensure the department meets or exceeds regulatory requirements.
Maintain the department in a cost-effective manner.
Establish policies and procedures related to decontamination and sterilization.
Serve as a positive role model to facilitate and improve department performance and activities.
Demonstrate effective communication skills with peers, leads, staff, department managers and guests.
Create an efficient workflow and team atmosphere.