Sterile Processing Department Supervisor-Nights-Weekends

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Primary Purpose

Supervises the sterilization of all items received by the assigned shift, and to respond to questions and problems as they arise to ensure that clean and sterile items are available as needed, and that the shift operates in an efficient manner.

Shift:

Fri & Mon 11p-7:30a

Sat & Sun 7p-7:30 a

Education

* Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience

* Must have four (4) years of experience in a Sterile Processing department.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

* Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) OR
* Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) OR
* Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) OR
* Certified Ambulatory Surgery Sterile Processing Technician (CASSPT) OR
* Certified Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS) OR
* Certified Flexible Endoscope Preprocessor (CFER) OR
* Certified Surgical Technician (CST) OR
* Prefer Certified in Healthcare Leadership (CHL) OR
* Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM)

Skills or Special Abilities

* Must have a thorough understanding of sterilization techniques and procedures and of the equipment utilized in the department.
* Must have good communication skills, good organization skills and good problem-solving skills.
* Must be able to demonstrate effective supervisory skills.
* Must be able to operate a 10-key adding machine and possess keyboarding skills.

Responsibilities

1.Ensures supplies, instruments and surgical equipment needed for daily operations are available to meet the departments demands.

2.Supervises the sterilization of all items that are received by the department, responds to questions and problems as they arise, and ensures adherence to hospital policies and professional standards while maintaining the availability of equipment and instruments needed by the facility.

3.Schedules Sterile Processing Technicians for assigned shift, maintains productivity records and performs related tasks as required to ensure maximum utilization of resources and productivity.

4.Selects, trains, motivates, supervises and evaluates the Sterile Processing Technicians to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities, while providing optimal service to internal and external customers.

5.Performs routine equipment checks, monitors that employees are properly protected and maintains appropriate records to ensure that equipment will continue to perform in an optimum manner and to ensure the safety of the department employees.

6.Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in the Sterile Processing field by attending seminars or workshops, and reading professional journals and integrates this knowledge as appropriate into the job.

7.Provides training as needed to ensure hospital policies, manufactures instructions and professional standards are being followed by the staff.

8.Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes/flows for the assigned Sterile Processing shift and implements appropriate changes to improve work effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency that support the overall goals of the Sterile Processing function and Parkland.

9.Maintains positive working relationships with other hospital departments to ensure that the responsibilities of the Sterile Processing Department are preformed in an expeditious and through manner.

10.Provides input to the development of the annual goals and objectives for the department that supports the mission and objectives of Parkland.

11.Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the Sterile Processing area. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.

12.Serves on various committees as assigned.

Job Accountabilities

* Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
* Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
* Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Essential Functions Worksheet

Physical Requirements A: Do the major activities of the job include any of the following?

Requirement Weight (Lbs) How Often Doing What

Carrying 10 - 40 Daily putting instruments on cart

Dragging 50 Daily linen bags

Holding 10 - 40 Daily instruments, equipment

Pulling 500 Daily autoclave carts

Pushing 500 Daily autoclave carts

Lifting 40 Daily instruments & equipment

Physical Requirements B: Do the major activities of the job include any of the following?

Requirement How Long (Hrs/Day) How Often Doing What

Sitting 1 Daily office area

Standing 7 Daily moving supplies

Kneeling 1 Daily stocking supplies

Bending 1 Daily picking up supplies, equipment

Twisting body

Walking 4

Daily moving supplies, equipment

Reaching (how high or low?)

Squatting (knees bent, weight on feet) 2 Daily picking up supplies, equipment

Running

Crawling

Climbing

Driving

Physical Requirements C: Do the major activities of the job include any of the following?

Requirement How Often Doing What

Filing Daily records, schedules, misc. paperwork

Sorting Daily records, schedules, misc. paperwork

Typing Daily reports, memos, e-mail

Writing (by hand) Daily schedules, inventories, reports

Physical Requirements D: Do the major activities of the job include:

Use Of Yes/No If Yes, Describe Use

Tools No

Telephone Yes communication

Equipment or machinery (including medical, office and mechanical etc.) Yes pc, printer, copier, fax, calculator, autoclave, ultrasound washer, wet-vac, gas sterilizer

Driving a vehicle No

Physical Requirements E: On what types of surface are the major activities of the job performed?

Level Surface Yes

Slippery Surface No

Sloping Surface No

Unstable Surface No

Uneven Terrain Other (specify) No

Physical Requirements F: Does the job require any of the following?

Finger Dexterity Yes

Close Work No

Good Vision Yes

Good Color Vision Yes

Good Hearing Yes

Speaking Yes

Communications Requirements A: What types of communication are required of the job?

Type How Long (Hrs/Day) Doing What

Writing 1 scheduling, ordering supplies

Speaking 6 communicating

Hearing 8 active listening

Cognitive or Mental Requirements A: What type of cognitive or mental requirements are needed?

Requirement How Long (Hrs/Day)

Reading .50

Composing letters and/or reports 1

Simple arithmetic (add/subtract/multiply/divide) .50

Math reasoning (method formulas)

Analyzing data or report information

Working Environment A: Where are the major activities of the job carried out?

Requirement How Long (Hrs/Day)

Indoors 8

Outdoors

At a desk or bench

In a car or truck

In an office or control room 8

Other (specify)

Working Environment B: Under what conditions is the job performed?

Requirement How Long (Hrs/Day)

Extreme cold

Extreme heat

Extreme heights

Extreme temperature swings

Constant noise

Mechanical hazards

Electrical hazards

Explosive hazards

Radiation hazards

Fume/odor hazards .01

Dust/mites hazards

Chemical hazards

Blood and/or body fluids 8

Sharps hazards 8

Toxic waste hazards 8

Skin irritants 8

Respiratory irritants 8

Working in confined spaces

Infectious Disease exposure 8

Other (specify)

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Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth

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