Supervisor-Sterile Processing

Responsibilities

• Oversee 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.
• Aids in the development of policies and procedures.
• Implements programs associated with these responsibilities.
• Ensures patient and team member safety.
• Affixes to adhere to regulatory agency recommendations related to the sterile processing area.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree preferred.
• Requires one national certification (CRCST, CSPDT, CFER, CST) and a second national certification related to central service or sterile processing (Examples: CIS; CSIP; CFER; CST; CHMM; CHL).
• Requires 24 CE credits annually that focus on information and advancement related to the CS field and be of a technical nature.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires 5-7 years relevant experience.
• Leadership experience is preferred.
• Requires extensive knowledge or ability to learn skills associated with sterilization practices.
• Requires knowledge of surgical procedures, medical terminology and anatomy.
• Requires knowledge of State and Federal regulations and Professional Recommended Practices.
• Requires basic computer skills.