What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterile Processing Supervisor position at St. Tammany Health System?
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
Job Description And Position Requirements
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
WORK SHIFT: 6a-230p (M-F), rotating weekend, holiday and disaster supervisor call
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsibilities include accountability for maintaining quality performance standards, implementing professional practices to include AORN and AAMI, and driving efficiency and productivity.
The Supervisor’s responsibilities include planning, coordinating, supervising, and evaluating clinical performance, efficiency, and safety practices for the shift. This includes managing the day-to-day operations and assuring quality standards according to evidence-based practice and professional guidelines (e.g., AORN, AAMI, and JC). Serves as a role model in providing leadership and direction to ensure productivity, efficiency, and coordination. Performs various administrative training duties related to Sterile Processing including oversight and training for the Sterile Processing Apprenticeship Program and orientation of new employees. Maintains annual competencies of Sterile Processing personnel.
Works in Collaboration with Surgical Leaders, OR Liaisons, Team Leads, and members of organizational departments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Leadership experience required. A minimum of 5 years working in Sterile Processing. Sterile Processing leadership certification through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) to be obtained within 12 months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications: Surgical Technologist graduate of an accredited school preferred. Leadership experience required with preferred leadership of a Sterile Processing Department, Acute Care Facility.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching
EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
Job Description And Position Requirements
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
WORK SHIFT: 6a-230p (M-F), rotating weekend, holiday and disaster supervisor call
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsibilities include accountability for maintaining quality performance standards, implementing professional practices to include AORN and AAMI, and driving efficiency and productivity.
The Supervisor’s responsibilities include planning, coordinating, supervising, and evaluating clinical performance, efficiency, and safety practices for the shift. This includes managing the day-to-day operations and assuring quality standards according to evidence-based practice and professional guidelines (e.g., AORN, AAMI, and JC). Serves as a role model in providing leadership and direction to ensure productivity, efficiency, and coordination. Performs various administrative training duties related to Sterile Processing including oversight and training for the Sterile Processing Apprenticeship Program and orientation of new employees. Maintains annual competencies of Sterile Processing personnel.
Works in Collaboration with Surgical Leaders, OR Liaisons, Team Leads, and members of organizational departments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Leadership experience required. A minimum of 5 years working in Sterile Processing. Sterile Processing leadership certification through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) to be obtained within 12 months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications: Surgical Technologist graduate of an accredited school preferred. Leadership experience required with preferred leadership of a Sterile Processing Department, Acute Care Facility.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching
EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.