Sterile Processing Team Lead

Sterile Processing Specialist

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This position has shift responsibility for overseeing care and maintenance and processing of all instrumentation, containers and equipment used in the decontamination process; the preparation/packaging and delivery of all case carts for the operating rooms, as well as room supplies and supplies for the clean cores. This position is responsible for overseeing the delivery of accurate and complete instrument trays to the operating rooms and other departments within the hospital, and for managing the delivery and processing of all loaner implant and instrument trays. Also responsible for overseeing/ updating / Instrument tracking system as needed.

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. 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. Oversee shift operations to process, maintain and deliver implants and equipment to support sterile instrument trays. Responsible for ensuring adequate productivity is met, along with resolving emergent instrument issues, incomplete sets, and any other departmental issues that may arise. Contribute to staff development by performing audits of staff members to ensure a high level of quality service to our customers and by providing follow-up and ongoing education, training, and mentorship. Serves as back up to the Supervisor when they are not available. Responsible for shift specific reports that are utilized by the Supervisor or Manager to monitor Department productivity and standards. Oversees and maintains QA and PI compliance to ensure consistent delivery of quality products. Troubleshoots processing equipment and makes sure all standards of quality are met and maintained as required by governing bodies such as Joint Commission, AAMI, AORN and IAHCSMM. Serves as a resource person for staff and other departments. Responsible for ensuring a safe environments and equipment for both patients and staff. Identifies and corrects unsafe practices, procedures, and/or physical condition and reports to Manager or Supervisor. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

High School or GED (Required) IAHCSMM - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material management - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management. Certified through the International Association of Healthcare Central service Material Management (IAHCSMM) or obtain Certification within 90 days. Excellent Computer skills, knowledge of surgical procedures, knowledge of sterilization standards and sterile processing technique 2 + years of sterile Processing Experience.

Shift: Mon-Fri 7a-3:30p Weekend on-call required Work Shift: Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Department: Sterile Processing Join us!... 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

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