Supervisor-Sterile Processing
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and develops staff
- Ensures appropriate decontamination and sterilization processes
- Prepares reports
- Assists with the development of policies and procedures
- Implements programs associated with these responsibilities
- Ensures patient and team member safety
- Affirms adherence 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 or CST)
- Requires 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
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required. Associates Degree preferred.
Skills
- Knowledge of sterilization practices
- Knowledge of surgical procedures, medical terminology and anatomy
- Knowledge of State and Federal regulations and Professional Recommended Practices
- Basic computer skills
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