Supervisor-Sterile Processing

IU Health•Avon, IN

About The Position

Oversees preparation, sterilization, and distribution of equipment, supplies, instruments, and endoscopes needed for patient care. Supports goals across sterilization services and the needs of all customers. Supervises and develops staff, ensures appropriate decontamination and sterilization processes, prepares reports, assists with developing policies and procedures, and implements related programs. Ensures patient and team member safety and adherence to regulatory agency recommendations for the sterile processing area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One national certification (CRCST, CSPDT, CFER, or CST) and a second national certification related to central service or sterile processing. Examples include CIS, CSIP, CFER, CST, CHMM, or CHL.
Complete 24 annual continuing education credits focused on technical information and advancement related to the central service field.
Basic Life Support certification through the AHA; other advanced life support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
Five to seven years of relevant experience.
Extensive knowledge of, or ability to learn, skills associated with sterilization practices.
Knowledge of surgical procedures, medical terminology, and anatomy.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations and professional recommended practices.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee preparation, sterilization, and distribution of equipment, supplies, instruments, and endoscopes for patient care.
Support sterilization goals and meet the needs of customers.
Supervise and develop staff.
Ensure appropriate decontamination and sterilization processes.
Prepare reports.
Assist with the development of policies and procedures.
Implement programs related to sterile processing responsibilities.
Ensure patient and team member safety and adherence to regulatory agency recommendations.