Supervisor Sterile Processing - Overnights

Supervisors Overview

Supervises and has 24-hour accountability for Sterile Processing in order to accomplish organizational and departmental strategic goals and objectives.

Supervises and operates the Sterile Processing area and all of its related systems in an efficient, effective manner.

Is responsible for the orientation, training, and education of all the Sterile Processing personnel, to ensure that they meet the core competencies of their position.

Essential Functions

• Maintains an adequate level of instruments in circulation, reordering replacements when necessary, and schedule and control all instrumentation repairs in a cost effective and efficient manner.
• Serves as the administrator of the SPM instrument tracking system, is expert in all facets of its operation, maintains and updates the data base as necessary, produces monthly reports and documentation as requested by Distribution Manager and Director of Materials Management.
• Coordinates and ensures CEU’s are available for staff to maintain current certification status.
• Mentors and provides guidance to staff for continued development and expectations of the department.
• Coordinates and supervises department functions to ensure service quality and continuity of care.

Personnel Management

• Prioritizes and coordinates daily work activities.
• Provides leadership and guidance by sharing expertise with others.
• Approves schedules and monitors time worked.
• Trains and/or oversees the training of employees on job related tasks.
• Conducts employee performance management duties including completion and delivery of performance evaluations, setting goals, dissemination of information, coaching, addressing performance issues/routine correction actions, and recommending termination of employment.
• Sets up and submits notifications for personnel actions (e.g., status changes, terminations).
• Makes selections, hires, and salary recommendations.

Operational/Financial Management

• Ensures cost effective use of resources by identifying and implementing changes related to staff allocation and assignment, and patient/department supplies.
• Ensures compliance with quality assurance, safety practices, policies and record keeping standards.
• May assist with the development and maintenance of policies and procedures.
• May participate in the implementation of business plans for the area.
• May assist with annual budget by tracking expenses and providing input for future budget needs.

Education & Experience

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• An associate's degree from an accredited college or university in science, or related field is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of healthcare Sterile Processing or Surgical Technologist experience is required.
• Minimum 1 year’s supervisory experience preferred, preferably in a healthcare setting.

Skills & Abilities

• Requires analytical abilities to resolve employee and process problems.
• Necessary to educate, motivate, and coordinate employee performance.

Licenses & Certifications

• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist is required.
• Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician is required and must be obtained within 1 year.

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