Sterile Processing Supervisor

CoxHealth•Springfield, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Manager, the Sterile Processing Shift Supervisor monitors daily SPD operations and ensures technicians are trained in and comply with departmental policies and procedures. The supervisor monitors individual and shift productivity and product quality, and assists the SPD Manager with budget monitoring. The role participates in planning for future department needs and implementing projects related to personnel, program development, instrumentation, equipment, interdepartmental relationships, and department goals. The supervisor assesses and troubleshoots safety, instrument, and equipment issues; maintains professional rapport with medical, nursing, and other staff; and assumes responsibility for the department as a whole when the SPD Manager is absent. The position is based at CoxHealth South in Springfield, Missouri, in the Sterile Processing South department. It is scheduled for 40 hours per week, with a day shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Requirements

At least 9 months of experience in SPD or Surgery.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Detailed knowledge of department policies and procedures and outside regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of computer systems, including basic computer skills, MS Office, databases, and inventory management systems.
Ability to operate complex machinery, including washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and sterilizers.
Demonstrated ability to competently perform multiple, complex tasks.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of instrumentation.
Ability to multitask.
CRCST or CBSPD certification required.
CHL must be obtained within 2 years of hire.

Nice To Haves

Graduate from a School of Surgical Technology.
Two years of experience in SPD or Surgery.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily operations in the SPD department.
Ensure technicians are trained in and abide by departmental policies and procedures.
Monitor productivity and product quality for individual employees and the assigned shift.
Assist the SPD Manager with budget monitoring.
Participate in planning for future needs and project implementation related to personnel, program development, instrumentation, equipment, interdepartmental relationships, and department goals.
Assess and troubleshoot safety, instrument, and equipment issues.
Establish and maintain professional rapport with medical, nursing, and other staff.
Assume responsibility for the department as a whole in the absence of the SPD Manager.