Supv Sterile Processing

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Job Summary And Qualifications

Under the general supervision of Surgical Services Director, the Sterile Processing Supervisor is responsible for processing instrument trays, maintaining sterilizers, maintaining sterilization logbooks, overseeing sterile processing technicians, and processing other supplies necessary for surgical and/or procedures according to AAMI, AORN and Joint Commission standards.

What you will do:

• Provides direction and supervision to technicians assigned to the sterile processing department
• Sets up and maintains instrument trays for minor and major surgical procedures to ensure accuracy and completion of trays Gains, maintains and applies knowledge of specialized instruments, equipment and supplies used in sterile processing.
• Oversees and ensures staff follow defined guidelines
• Ensures that prepared instrument trays and equipment are processed for sterility
• Ensures that all sterilized items have required sterility monitors to validate effectiveness of sterile processing
• Maintains accurate records of all sterilization procedures(in the main instrument room and all sub-sterile rooms) with immediate notification of the OR Director, if any variances are noted or suspected
• Ensures accurate labelling of instruments and supplies Organizes instruments, equipment, and supplies for efficient access
• Ensures that preventive maintenance and quality controls are provided for sterilization equipment
• Organizes and participates in call rotation coverage for sterile processing
• Applies safety procedures, universal precautions, and principles of asepsis in all actions
• Ensures adequate amounts of equipment and supplies in collaboration with the Surgical Coordinator. Performs reordering, restocking within defined parameters
• Coordinates to ensure same processes are used in C-Section sterile processing as in Main OR
• Develops and maintains instrument inventory records and count sheets
• Applies universal precautions according to potential exposure routes. Wears indicated protective barriers without supervision or reminders
• Demonstrates effective handwashing, performed at task appropriate intervals
• Uses hospital approved cleaning solutions, chemicals and procedures effectively and according to manufacturer’s recommendations for safety
• Uses appropriate instrument transport, decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization techniques in the maintenance of equipment and supplies
• Manages inventory of specific equipment and supplies
• Uses Meditech automation system to perform order entry, communications and to keep abreast of department information
• Coordinates department schedule and priorities with Surgical Coordinator, OR Director and department staff
• Maintains awareness of own limitations, seeks guidance from appropriate coworkers. Does not accept inappropriate delegated assignments
• Alerts for errors in own or others work, participates in corrective actions
• Maintains proficiency in own job duties, cross-trains to other duties as appropriate. Identifies inservice/learning activities to enhance job performance and those within the department
  
  

What qualifications you will need:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician
• Sterile processing training with certification. Member of professional organization, preferred (AAMI)
• Prefer previous experience as a supervisor in surgical environment
• Certification in accredited sterile processing program
  
  

Benefits

Rapides Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
  
  

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350 bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Supv Sterile Processing opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.