Mgr- Sterile Processing

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

The Manager-Sterile Processing directs and supervises the OR/OB Processing Department, including its operating budget, daily operations, staffing, and regulatory responsibilities. The role supports efficient departmental operations and provides appropriate support to the Operating Room and other hospital areas. The manager also oversees personnel development and performance, customer service, departmental communications, information systems, inventory coordination, and process-improvement work.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
C.R.C.S.T. certification.
Five to seven years of progressive management or leadership experience.
At least four years of direct management experience with a concentration in High Level Disinfection (HLD).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Management experience preferably at supervisor or manager level.

Responsibilities

Assist with development and manage the operating budget.
Ensure appropriate staffing, including hiring decisions, staffing patterns, and oversight of daily assignments.
Supervise the selection, development, appraisal, and discipline of reporting personnel.
Ensure employees understand the requirements and goals of their positions and receive sufficient training to achieve competency; document competency on an ongoing basis.
Provide orientation, in-service training, continuing education, and education for personnel and patients or family members through presentations and interactions while performing tests or resolving technical questions.
Develop and revise policies and procedures, ensuring detailed procedures are available and operations are effective and efficient.
Recommend and carry out process-improvement activities, collect and measure data, develop processes based on performance, and communicate results.
Ensure compliance with AORN, AAMI, IAHCSMM, and JCAHO regulatory standards.
Manage appropriate customer service for internal and external customers.
Provide employee feedback regarding production, customer service, performance evaluations, and corrective action.
Conduct departmental meetings as needed or on a routine basis.
Communicate appropriately with Perioperative Services Administration and Medical Staff.
Assist with implementation and operation of information systems used within the OR/OB Processing Department.
Support materials management by notifying relevant parties about stock-outs, low PAR levels, new requests, and inventory locations.
Assist the Perioperative Black Belt with projects and allocate resources for project tasks.