Sterile Services Supervisor - TOSH

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Supervisor is responsible for the supervision, assignments, and daily operations, enforcing standards of practice and policies and procedures within the Sterile Services Department. Assist the educator with new employee orientation, competency review, instrument evaluation and tray standardization. Communicates routinely with leadership in areas serviced and troubleshoots daily activity to provide efficient, quality customer service. This position must plan, evaluate and prioritize workflow without specific instructions, assign work, give specific instructions based on policy/procedure, clinical activity, patient census and direction from department manager. This position will work at The Orthopedic and Spine Hospital (TOSH).

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Four (4) years of Sterile Processing or Surgical Technical experience to include two (2) years of supervisory/leadership experience.
Certified Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST) IAHCSMM/CBSPD Certified required after 1 year.
Ability to Follow Oral Instructions, Read, and Write.

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree
Professional License/Certification: IAHCSMM/CBSPD Certified
Sterile Processing Experience

Responsibilities

Supervises the collection of contaminated instruments and equipment for sorting and decontamination.
Prepares and delivers all necessary equipment and instruments as directed.
Manages staff to ensure the proper procedures are observed during the preparation and sterilization of instruments and equipment.
Performs equipment maintenance in accordance with policies and regulations.
Maintains proper storage of instrumentation and equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.