Supervisor-Sterile Processing
About The Position
Oversees the preparation, sterilization and distribution of equipment, supplies, instruments and endoscopes needed for patient care. Supports the goals associated with the broad spectrum of sterilization and the needs of all customers. Supervises and develops staff, ensures appropriate decontamination and sterilization processes, prepares reports, assists with the development of policies and procedures, and implements programs associated with these responsibilities. Ensures patient and team member safety and adherence to regulatory agency recommendations related to the sterile processing area.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Requires one national certification (CRCST, CSPDT, CFER or CST) and a second national certification related to central service or sterile processing (examples: CIS, CSIP, CFER, CST, CHMM, CHL).
- Requires 24 continuing education credits annually focused on information and advancement related to the central service field and of a technical nature.
- Basic Life Support certification through the AHA required. Other advanced life support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
- Requires 5–7 years of relevant experience.
- Extensive knowledge 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 preferred.
- Leadership experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the preparation, sterilization and distribution of equipment, supplies, instruments and endoscopes needed for patient care.
- Support sterilization goals and the needs of all customers.
- Supervise and develop staff.
- Ensure appropriate decontamination and sterilization processes.
- Prepare reports.
- Assist with development of policies and procedures.
- Implement programs associated with sterile processing responsibilities.
- Ensure patient and team member safety and adherence to regulatory agency recommendations related to the sterile processing area.
Benefits
- Access to advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross-training development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
