POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for all aspects of management and administration of a Sterile Processing Department (SPD). Supervises, mentors and
counsels personnel. Ensures all sterilization and decontamination activities meet or exceed the Association for the Advancement of
Medical Instrumentation (AMMI), International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) and The
Joint Commission (TJC) standards. Provides guidance and support to nursing departments which require services from sterile processing
in collaboration with nursing leadership. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.
Other related duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Associates Degree from an accredited college or high school graduate with 5
years supervisory experience in OR or Sterile Processing
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 3 years in OR and/or Sterile Processing in a supervisory role
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution
(CBSPD) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or International Association of Healthcare Central Service
Material Management (IAHCSMM)
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Lean Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification
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Managing the decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation processes. Assures that appropriate practices and methods are maintained according to manufacturer recommendations, departmental policies, and in compliance with standards set by regulatory agencies and professional associations. Oversees instrument inventory workflow, maintains the effective use of associated technology/ computer systems for instruments, tracking and reporting. Manages employee utilization, productivity, competence, and morale. Maintains quality control systems, including appropriate documentation. Ensures staffing is appropriate by monitoring FTE budget numbers.
Education:
Required: Associate degree in related field or equivalent experience.
Preferred: Bachelor's degree.
Experience:
Required: 1 year management experience. 3 years progressive work-related experience in sterile processing or surgical services.
Preferred: 3 years in a leadership role. Able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of instrumentation. Demonstrated prior experience working with instrument tracking systems. CST or operating room RN experience.
Certifications:
Required: IAHCSMM or CBSPD certified.
Physical Demands:
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We are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing. Your community is our community.
Our Story
We started out as a small operation in California. In May 1969, we acquired four hospitals, some additional care facilities and real estate for the future development of hospitals. Over the years, we've grown tremendously in size, scope and capability, building a home in new markets over time, and curating those homes to provide a compassionate environment for those entrusting us with their care.
We have a rich history at Tenet. There are so many stories of compassionate care; so many "firsts" in terms of medical innovation; so many examples of enhancing healthcare delivery and shaping a business that is truly centered around patients and community need. Tenet and our predecessors have enabled us to touch many different elements of healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others.
Our Impact Today
Today, we are leading health system and services platform that continues to evolve in lockstep with community need. Tenet's operations include three businesses - our hospitals and physicians, USPI and Conifer Health Solutions.
Our impact spreads far and deep with 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers and additional sites of care. We are differentiated by our top notch medical specialists and service lines that are tailored within each community we serve. The work Conifer is doing will help provide the foundation for better health for clients across the country, through the delivery of healthcare-focused revenue cycle management and value-based care solutions.
Together as an enterprise, we work to save lives and can accept nothing less than excellence from ourselves in service of our patients and their families, every day.
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