Supervisor, Sterile Processing - Wilson Medical Center

United Health Services•Johnson City, NY

1d•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

UHS is seeking a dedicated Sterile Processing Supervisor to lead the day‑to‑day operations of our Sterile Processing Department at Wilson Medical Center. In this key leadership role, you will oversee departmental staff and ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant cleaning, decontamination, and sterilization of instruments, supplies, and equipment essential to patient care. Join a team committed to delivering high quality care and maintaining the highest standards of patient safety.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years' experience as a Sterile Processing Technician I
Certification as a Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree
Inventory management business experience
Operating room experience
Previous supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Provides overall training and orientation for new staff
Evaluates employee performance in accordance with established work standards and conducts evaluations
Provides educational inservices for all staff
Monitors staff compliance of all department policies, procedures, service delivery standards, and counsels and disciplines staff.
Interviews and recommends the hiring of new personnel
Prepares payroll
Reviews and maintains sterilization documents
Investigates customer problems and ensures resolution
Monitors Performance Improvement indicators
Follows recommended practices and guidelines for sterilization (Steam, Ethylene Oxide and Hydrogen Peroxide) mandated by AAMI, CDC, AORN,OSHA, DEC, EPA, Niosh and the FDA
Maintains Microsystem (Instrument tracking system)
Performs all duties of a SPD Tech I, SPD tech II, and Inventory Coordinator
Assist in developing or revising department policies and procedures and performance improvement plans
Assists with capital and operating budget preparation
May assume additional responsibilities, as requested