Supervisor, Sterile Processing Department (SPD)

Sparrow • Lansing, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Supervises work activities of all Caregivers in Sterile Process (CSS) Department. Responsible for department function and staff activities in the absence of the Department Manager.

Requirements

• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
• Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence).
• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.
• Adheres to established best practices (i.e. Rounding, Thank You Notes, AIDET, etc.).
• Demonstrates commitment to safety by establishing an environment in which safety issues are promptly reported and appropriate actions are taken.
• Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases.
• 1 year leadership experience
• 1 year clinical experience in Surgical Services.
• Associate degree OR High School Diploma and three years’ experience clinical experience in Sterile Processing
• SPD certification or CRCST certification within 6 months hire
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Provide direction, training, and continual guidance to supervisory staff and Caregivers.
• Responsible to see that work assignments are carried out within established guidelines.
• Monitors daily individual performance and resource utilization and is accountable for the results.
• Maintains an atmosphere that supports and encourages high performance, teamwork, and continual improvement of all associates.
• Monitors customer satisfaction and initiates corrective actions.
• Assists in development of departmental budget and goals.
• Assists Caregivers with duties as needed.
• Initiate and lead department with quality assurance, and process improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED