Supervisor Sterile Processing
5 days ago
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
$5,000 Sign on Bonus Available
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Supervisor for Sterile Processing will plan, direct, and coordinate all activities related to procurement, processing, inventory, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment for Surgical Services. This Includes 24-hour responsibility for departmental functions including management of personnel. They will provide Central Processing services for ancillary support areas as needed. The Supervisor demonstrate the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital during all interactions with patients, families, staff and others. The Supervisor will act in accordance with sterility per the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), The Joint Commission (JCAHO), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and state standards of practice.
Essential Job Functions
+ Facilitates communication between different departments within the hospital (e.g., Central Processing Staff and the Operating Room Staff and Physicians, etc.)
+ Prioritizes department activities during oversight of the Sterile Processing area (e.g., decontamination, sterilization, and equipment and/or supply management as it relates to sterile processing).
+ Participates in departmental goals and objectives. Participates in the planning and development of short-term departmental objectives providing evaluations and recommendations.
+ Assigns and/or directs completion and accuracy of operating room (OR) case carts or instrument distribution per facility processes.
+ Manages daily staffing assignments, monthly responsibility summary, employee counseling, and performance reviews.
+ Facilitates communication between Central Processing Staff and the Operating Room Staff and Physicians.
+ Directs the requisitioning, sorting, labeling, and issuing of surgical supplies and equipment.
+ Oversees decontamination, assembly, sterilization, handling, and storage and special charging of supplies and equipment.
+ Consults with Inventory Clerks and OR Team Leaders and adjusts inventory to ensure adequate supply levels are kept on hand.
+ Oversees documentation of sterilization records and recalls on all positive biological readings.
+ Assists with analyzing departmental needs, new products, equipment, techniques, and services and makes recommendations to Director.
+ Demonstrates knowledge of the operation of washer, disinfector, Sterrad, Steris, steam sterilizers, and case cart washer according to proper procedures. This includes preparing, loading, operating, unloading and cleaning.
+ Demonstrates knowledge of age specific instrumentation and age-appropriate interactions with customers.
+ Oversees preparation of surgical case carts.
+ Supervises staff and operations supporting the reprocessing of reusable instruments and equipment in Central Sterile and overseeing the cleaning, packaging, sterilization, and distribution of reusables.
+ Coordinates staff education and training related to sterile processing procedures.
+ Monitors FTE and productivity and adjusts staffing accordingly. Develops work schedules and assignments.
+ Maintains accurate documentation of sterilization logs and bacteriological indicators.
+ Manages and facilitates functions and staff related to surgical purchasing and sterile processing, if needed.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (required)
Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) (required)
Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (preferred)
Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) (preferred)
Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL), HSPA (Required within 1 year of hire)
Education
High School Diploma or GED (required)
Work Experience
3 years experience (required)
5 years' experience (preferred)
Training
EPIC (preferred)
Language
None
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.?
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*?
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
Other: Push/Pull over 100 lbs.
_* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control._
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
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