The Supervisor, Sterile Processing will provide onsite support, training, Customer Service, and communication regarding the processing of surgical instruments and staff management to contracted facilities in compliance with STERIS Standard Work or QMS, the Department of Health, TJC, DNV, OSHA, CDC, AAMI and AORN standards, and facility goals and policies.
Requirements
- Provides supervision and leadership of Sterile Processing Department at assigned facility and shift.
- Manages workflow and maintains staffing work schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays, to ensure on time delivery to Customer.
- Responsible for partnering with leader to address and resolve employee concerns timely and drive employee engagement activities.
- Participates in interviews, hiring, training, and coaching of Customer employees as required by the contract.
- Oversees and supports daily operations of all activities that relate to the proper processing of reusable medical supplies and instrumentation including decontamination, cleaning, assembly, sterilization, and storage processes within all set professional standards and regulations.
- Performs Sterile Processing Technician responsibilities as needed to ensure on time delivery to Customer.
- Follows chain of command within hospital and/or STERIS regarding identified problems or issues to ensure proper communication and resolution.
- Responsible for answering and responding to calls from the Customer and other end-users, during and after regular business hours as required by the contract.
- Assists manager in review of all required documentation related to STERIS Standard Operating Procedures and ensures staff’s adherence to applicable policies and procedures.
- Performs daily observations to identify process improvement opportunities within operations and employee performance and compliance.
- Maintains a safe work environment by setting standards for staff use of universal precautions, personal protective equipment, and completing daily safety observations.
- Promotes collaboration with Customer physicians, nursing staff, department heads, and personnel of other departments.
- Works with Education to identify developmental training opportunities for employees and supports the delivery of education and training as required.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
