Sterile Processing Supervisor - Nights

Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA

6d•$3,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position supervises the operations and personnel of Central Sterile Supply, ensuring departmental compliance with regulatory agencies like the Joint Commission and Department of Health. The role supports the Medical Center's goals of providing quality patient care and satisfaction by overseeing the care of instrumentation used throughout the institution. The Sterile Processing department is responsible for the decontamination, cleaning, inspection, processing, and sterilization of reusable supplies and equipment.

Requirements

CRCST from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
Four years related work experience
One-year supervisory experience
Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) OR Certified Endoscopy Reprocessor (CER)
Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) or ability to obtain within six months of hire
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Minimum of 4 years-Related work experience
Acts Decisively
Communication
Leads Others
Supervisory Customer Service

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree
Minimum of 1 year-Managerial/Supervisory

Responsibilities

Supervises the personnel and operations of Central Sterile Supply.
Actively participates in the development of and demonstrates thorough knowledge of the department and system goals and function.
Establishes internal inventory levels and maintains levels in accordance with set standards.
Monitors these levels for proper utilization.
Anticipates the availability of appropriate resource materials and personnel needed.
Identifies, analyzes, interprets and acts on related problems within customer departments, as they pertain to Central Sterile Supply.
Ensures established procedures and standards of practice are followed for decontamination, cleaning, inspection, processing and sterilization of reusable supplies and equipment.
Provides instructions and in-service in new products, procedures, case cart preparation, and equipment.
Maintains effective communication with appropriate nursing and medical center personnel, as relates to assigned duties.
Oversees preparation and maintenance of the instrument asset inventory.
Organizes department activity and workflow appropriately.
Rounds in the Operating Room and throughout the department each shift to assess what is being utilized and anticipates needs.
Prioritizes instruments that are needed from preference cards, surgical schedule and emergent and trauma preparedness.
Assesses and understands the competencies of each member of staff and develops appropriate Performance Improvement program to identify and address weaknesses.
Maintains sterilization records and related data in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Performs ongoing evaluations of teams, the required services for the surgical suite, inpatient and outpatient units, and equipment and methods.
Coordinates with hospital maintenance and contractor representatives to assure that all equipment and installations are in proper operating condition.
Provides a comprehensive department orientation to all new personnel and required training to all staff on an ongoing basis.
Assures safe working environment for all employees and visitors, utilizing knowledge of hazardous gases and substances, and environmental conditions.
Directs all housekeeping activities within the department.
Supports budget preparation with administrative leadership; operates within budgetary guidelines.
Monitors operational budget for opportunities for fiscal improvement.
Coordinates the interviewing of new and replacement employees.
Assures full compliance with regulatory agency mandates and recommendations.
Oversees the development and updating of policies and procedures.
Ensures that the patient safety improvement and management program will be given high priority and will support the program.
Ensures that sufficient time is available for staff participation in patient safety activities at both the department and organizational level.
Ensures that staff attends all required patient safety education programs.
Counsels staff when necessary.

Benefits

$3000 Signing Bonus, if eligible
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contribution
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
Atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.