What We Offer
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Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
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Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)
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Matching 401(k)
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Opportunities for career advancement
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Rewards and recognition programs
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Additional perks and discounts
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Student Loan Repayment
2 year's experience in SPD and prefers candidate to have supervisor experience.
Job Summary
The Supervisor, Sterile Services oversees the daily operations of sterile processing to ensure the availability of high-quality, sterile instruments and supplies for all surgical and procedural areas. This role manages workflows for decontamination, sterilization, assembly, and distribution while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The Supervisor leads a team of sterile processing staff, focusing on quality assurance, staff development, and process optimization to support patient safety and operational efficiency.
Essential Functions
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Supervises all stages of sterile processing, including decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and storage of medical instruments and supplies.
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Ensures compliance with regulatory and organizational standards for sterilization processes, including steam and hydrogen peroxide sterilizers.
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Monitors inventory management, ensuring cost-effective stock levels and timely availability of instruments and supplies.
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Oversees the maintenance and stocking of unit supply carts, patient care equipment, and other critical items.
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Implements and monitors quality assurance programs to evaluate sterilizer performance and ensure adherence to infection control protocols.
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Leads departmental orientation and ongoing education for staff, ensuring competency in sterile processing procedures.
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Evaluates employee performance, providing timely feedback, performance appraisals, and opportunities for professional development.
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Develops and implements departmental quality assessment and risk management plans, addressing any identified deficiencies promptly.
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Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address complaints, variances, and risk management concerns in a timely and professional manner.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
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Complies with all policies and standards.
Leadership Responsibilities
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Supervision and Staff Management
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Supervises, trains and oversees departmental staff.
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Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with Manager or Director on staffing issues.
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Assists with and contributes to performance evaluations and goal setting.
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Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
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Assists in managing departmental budget ensuring cost-effective operations while maintain high quality service.
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Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
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May contribute to evaluation and implementation of new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
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May contribute to development of departmental policies, procedures and protocols.
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Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
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Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies.
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May participate in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
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Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
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Collaboration and Communication
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Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
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Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
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Staff Responsibilities
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May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.
Qualifications
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Associate Degree or higher preferred
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1-2 years of related experience in the profession required
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1-2 years of previous leadership experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
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Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
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Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
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Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
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Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
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Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
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In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.
Licenses and Certifications
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CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician required
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CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist preferred
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