Sterile Processing Coordinator

UAB St. Vincent's•Birmingham, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves working between the Operating Room and the Sterile Processing Department, where you will be responsible for assembling and completing case carts, maintaining efficient turnover, ordering supplies, and building instrument trays. You will also serve as the primary point of contact for any immediate needs from the Operating Room.

Requirements

Must have sterile processing experience and certification.
Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate activities and tasks in the sterile processing department including specialized management of service line tasks.
Coordinate shift operations including scheduling, assigned activities, and resources.
Serve as a technical or functional resource for technical staff and may perform similar duties.
Assign, monitor, and review quality and progress of work.
Monitor and report compliance with policies and procedures.
Oversee maintenance of supplies and evaluate orientation and training of assigned associates.
May provide input in the review and evaluation of staff performance.
Contribute to quality assurance of work product by conducting regular audits.