Job Summary

• Manage the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department, including planning, organizing, staffing, and monitoring of work quality. Provide leadership and direction in the development and implementation of organization-wide instrument sterilization policies, procedures, and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively utilize available and developing technology to improve operations and reduce costs.
• Assure that instrumentation, supplies, and other resources are available in a timely manner to support surgical services and other areas dependent upon them.

Qualifications

• Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Experience Requirements: 3 years Management or supervisory experience within sterile processing required, preferable in a hospital setting (Required)
• Certifications/Licenses: Certification as CRCST or above through IAHCSMM OR certification as CSPDT or above through CBSPD (Required)

Physical Requirements

• Near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Good manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination

Work Environment

• Standing: Frequently within shift (34-66%): Yes
• Walking: Frequently within shift (34-66%): Yes
• Sitting: Occasionally within shift (1-33%): No
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently within shift (34-66%): Yes
• Twist at waist: Occasionally within shift (1-33%): No
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently within shift (34-66%): Yes
• Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance: Occasionally within shift (1-33%): No
• Reaching above shoulder: Occasionally within shift (1-33%): No