Sterile Processing Manager

Kaweah Health Care District • Visalia, CA

68d • $38 - $58

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Manager will have 24-hour responsibility for the quality of care and performance improvement activities in Sterile Processing. Organizes services in Sterile Processing, in collaboration with the Director, and in congruence with the Kaweah Health and department plan, based on available staff and needs of the departments served.

Requirements

• Certified Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST) from HSPA or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) from CBSPD.
• Background as a Sterile Processing Technician, Surgical Scrub Technician, LVN, or RN.
• Two years of Sterile Processing and/or Operating Room supervisory/management experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of Joint Commission standards.
• Ensures compliance with applicable Federal and State guidelines and regulations including HIPPA.
• Monitors policies and procedures for Sterile Processing.
• Has 24-hour responsibility for the quality of care and performance improvement activities in Sterile Processing.
• Organizes service in Sterile Processing, in collaboration with the Director.
• Demonstrates and utilizes expert knowledge and skills in the area(s) of practice.
• Adjusts personnel based on census and other fluctuations affecting productivity.
• Monitors documentation to ensure adequacy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Evaluates staff annually and completes performance appraisals.
• Identifies performance or education issues and communicates concerns.
• Uses research findings in the development of policies and procedures.
• Acts as a patient advocate and coaches/mentors staff.
• Provides adequate staff resources for carrying out the department plan.
• Interviews and hires new employees, assessing and documenting competency.
• Contributes to staff development by assuring continuing education and in-services.
• Demonstrates ability to provide leadership and development for Coordinator, shift leaders, and staff.
• Communicates effectively with key constituencies.
• Directs the workflow of the department, assignments, and handling emergency situations.
• Enforces all regulatory compliance policies and procedures relating to Sterile Processing.
• Supervises and assists in proper operations and functions of Sterile Processing.
• Establishes appropriate par levels and maintains adequate quantities of supplies and equipment.
• Monitors sterile/clean supply areas for cleanliness.
• Collaborates with the Supervisor/Educator on the orientation plan for new staff.
• Prepares annual Capital Equipment budgets and submits to Director.

Benefits

• Full-Time Benefit Eligible
• Health insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Continuing education opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees