Sterile Processing

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Job Description Summary:

This position has a 24/7 responsibility for overseeing the accuracy and availability of surgical instruments equipment implants and supplies used in preparation and delivery of all surgeries. This includes management of consigned trays, loaners trays, instrumentation, and case cart preparation with an expense impact exceeding $75 million annually. The supervisor is responsible for monitoring, training, educating, and directs both new and tenured staff. He or she is also required to build relationships with surgeons, clinicians, management, and staff to ensure efficient operation and logistical support to the OR daily and the accuracy of over $75 million worth of onsite inventory.

Responsibilities And Duties:

• Serves as acting leader in the absence of management

• Works collaboratively with Operating Room staff & SPD staff to ensure needs are met efficiently and accurately.

• Responsible for the scheduling and job assignments for staff on their team/shift

• Directly oversees the team members to guide the success of the department

• Communicates changes and assists in staff education regarding instrumentation and equipment.

• Implements workflow initiatives to improve departmental productivity

• Responsible for real-time coaching of staff members and providing follow-up to management

• Fills into staffing vacancies/assignments as needed or requested

• Responsible for aiding in the education and training of fellow associates

Minimum Qualifications:

High School or GED (Required)CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management, IAHCSMM - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material management - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management

Additional Job Description:

3 - 5 years Experience in Sterile Processing operations or related field. Certification in Sterile Processing through the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or obtain within 90 days. Experience with computers and data entry, ideally Experience with Microsoft Office applications. OR/Surgical Technologist Experience of Surgical Instrumentation is preferred. Previous Sterile Processing or Operating Room Experience preferred. Excellent Computer Skills and ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills and to work in in high pressure situations. Knowledge of surgical procedures, knowledge of sterilization standards and sterile processing technique. 3 - 5 years of Supervisory or Management Experience in Sterile Processing.

Work Shift:

Night

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department

Sterile Processing

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... if your passion is to work in a caring environment

... if you believe that learning is a life-long process

... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment