Quality Assurance Coordinator for Sterile Processing

2 weeks ago

Providence, Rhode Island, United States Lifespan Full time

SUMMARY: The Quality Assurance Coordinator for Sterile Processing plays a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in the handling and sterilization of surgical instruments and materials. Reporting to the Administrative Director of Peri-Operative Services, this position is responsible for the planning, design, and oversight of various procedures related to the procurement, processing, and sterilization of surgical equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive training and certification program for sterile processing staff, focusing on best practices in decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of sterile products.
  • Maintain meticulous documentation across relevant information systems to support the training and operational procedures.
  • Collaborate closely with operating room management and staff to ensure effective processing of surgical trays and instrumentation.
  • Oversee vendor inventory management, including loaner trays, through systematic protocols and monitoring.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Science, Healthcare, or Business Administration.
  • Certification in Sterile Processing.
  • A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in an operating room or similar environment, with practical experience in staff education, aseptic techniques, surgical instrumentation, and materials management.

Essential Skills:

  • Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities, along with exceptional organizational and communication skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of decontamination and sterilization methods, surgical instrumentation, and surgical case cart management.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Establish and monitor procedures for steam heat and ethylene oxide sterilization of surgical and endoscopic equipment to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administer and review biological control culturing procedures for sterilizers to verify operational compliance.
  • Stay updated on regulations from relevant agencies and revise operational policies to maintain compliance.
  • Implement a control system for tracking all materials and equipment processed by Sterile Processing, including recall procedures.
  • Maintain communication between perioperative leadership and Sterile Processing to ensure quality equipment processing.
  • Prepare analytical reports detailing progress, trends, and recommendations for quality improvements.
  • Coordinate and conduct training programs for staff development.
  • Develop and maintain all operational policies and procedures for Sterile Processing.

BENEFITS:

For qualifying positions, we offer:

  • Competitive compensation and paid time off.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401K matching.
  • Education assistance and reimbursement.
  • Wellness programs and additional benefits.

Lifespan is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or marital status.

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