Sterile Processing Supervisor and Educator

Trinity Health • Mishawaka, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Supports and assists the Service Manager in providing 24-hour operations of the SPD service area. Meets or exceeds patient, physician, or other pertinent customer expectations. Assists in the selection, development and if required, corrective action of staff, in order to maintain competence and high-quality service or care. Develops, plans, implements and evaluates educational programs to meet the needs of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) and to aide in the professional development of staff. Serves as a resource and consultant to managers and staff on educational issues in assigned departments and units. Meets or exceeds patient, physician, or other pertinent customer expectations. Assists in the selection, development and if required, corrective action of staff, in order to maintain competence and high-quality service or care.

Requirements

• Certification as a surgical technologist or sterile processing technician gained through an accredited certification program such as the CBSPD sterilization certification or CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or Certification for IAHCSMM CHL (Certification in Healthcare Leadership) or Licensed RN in the State of Indiana
• CIS and CFER certification within 1 year of employment or Licensed RN in the State of Indiana.
• Three (3) years of progressive work experience in a Sterile Processing or Operating Room setting along with a working knowledge of AAMI standards.
• Self-motivated, able to complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail, quality of work, and ability to organize work are critical and vital factors.
• Good working knowledge of Instruments, the operation/workings of the OR and be able to readily understand their issues and requests.
• Able to speak the language of the OR.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills required including a working knowledge of MS Word, MS Powerpoint and MS Excel.
• Self-starter, ability to work independently when required.
• Ability to set priorities, be flexible, multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Detail oriented, excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Capable of communicating and coordinating with multiple departments.
• A team player.

Nice To Haves

• Certification for IAHCSMM CHL (Certification in Healthcare Leadership)
• CIS and CFER certification

Responsibilities

• Supports and assists the Service Manager in providing 24-hour operations of the SPD service area.
• Meets or exceeds patient, physician, or other pertinent customer expectations.
• Assists in the selection, development and if required, corrective action of staff, in order to maintain competence and high-quality service or care.
• Develops, plans, implements and evaluates educational programs to meet the needs of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) and to aide in the professional development of staff.
• Serves as a resource and consultant to managers and staff on educational issues in assigned departments and units.
• Communicating and coordinating with multiple departments.
• Independent problem solving.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree