Manager, Sterile Processing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Delivers safe patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse and according to facility policy and procedure.
• Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures, and prepares for scheduled future cases by obtaining,
• supplies and equipment and placing them on case cart.
• Scrubs, gowns, and gloves before surgical procedure per ASC policy, and gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants for
• procedures.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedures and open
• sterile supplies.
• Helps in draping sterile field.
• Passes instruments, etc., to the surgeon during procedures and anticipates what will be needed.
• Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures.
• Prepares sterile dressings.
• Assists with housekeeping tasks as necessary to provide a safe environment for patients,
• teammates, physicians, guests.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of the room.
• Assists in prepping the room for the next patient.
• Properly handles and cares for specimens.
• Performs appropriate counts with the circulator before the operation and before the incision is closed.
• Participates in procedural checks, time out, and surgical site identification according to hospital policy and procedure and
  
  • must demonstrate current competencies for the job position.
• Assumes other related responsibilities as required and assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or working knowledge preferred • Bachelor’s degree in health science highly preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in Sterile Processing and 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
• A minimum of two years of experience in perioperative services is preferred.
• Experience with orthopedics and spine instrumentation preferred and progressive growth as an SPD leader.

REQUIREMENTS

• Current national certification as a Sterile Processing Technician, Certified Registered Central Service Technician, or Surgical
  Instrument Processor.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

• Must be knowledgeable of guidelines and techniques for cleaning and sterilizing equipment, as well as aseptic technique.
• Strong knowledge of Joint Commission and regulatory compliance in SPD standards
• Basic LEAN/Six Sigma and process improvement theory, applying CQI and PI to SPD systems
• Basic knowledge of shared governance, self-governed work teams
• Strong knowledge in vendor relations, SPD supply chain and inventory management Knowledge of basic Sterile Processing and Standard Precautions.

SKILLS

• Must demonstrate current competencies for job position.
• Servant leadership skills, and skill in building discretionary effort amongst team members.
• Strong follow-up and customer service skills with administration, peers, and providers
• Strong skill in basic operations management: budgeting, staffing, supplies, scheduling, quality assurance, management controls, metrics, and service delivery.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing and the skill to listen.

• Must maintain clinical and skills competencies per position requirements, participating in growth through in-service and continuing education.

• Skills required to provide excellent customer service not only to our patients, but physicians, visitors, and other health care teammates, promoting a positive work environment.

ABILITIES

• Must have a strong attention to detail and physical stamina to handle long arduous work hours.
• Ability to work in an environment that frequently produces a high level of stress and mental fatigue, and a willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule as needed.

• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple work priorities and support to teammates.
• Ability to build teams, and collaboration among diverse education and skill sets.
• Ability to lead and improve employee engagement.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal and emergent clinical environment.
• Patient care environment with potential exposure to unpleasant odors, blood and body fluids, infectious disease and to chemical or electrical hazards.

• Can occasionally be a high-stress work area requiring ability to make quick decisions, while being organized and prioritizing appropriately.

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• HOPCo Mission, Vision and Values must be acknowledged and adhered to

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

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