What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor, Sterile Processing Dept | UMH-Sparrow Lansing position at University of Michigan Health - Sparrow?
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
General Purpose of Job:
Supervises work activities of all Caregivers in Sterile Process (CSS) Department. Responsible for department function and staff activities in the absence of the Department Manager.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Provide direction, training, and continual guidance to supervisory staff and Caregivers.
- Responsible to see that work assignments are carried out within established guidelines.
- Monitors daily individual performance and resource utilization and is accountable for the results.
- Maintains an atmosphere that supports and encourages high performance, teamwork, and continual improvement of all associates.
- Monitors customer satisfaction and initiates corrective actions.
- Assists in development of departmental budget and goals.
- Assists Caregivers with duties as needed
- Initiate and lead department with quality assurance, and process improvement
| General Requirements | Required Responsibilities of the Caregiver: * Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. * Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). * Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. * Adheres to established best practices (i.e. Rounding, Thank You Notes, AIDET, etc.). * Demonstrates commitment to safety by establishing an environment in which safety issues are promptly reported and appropriate actions are taken. * Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases. |
| Work Experience | Experience: Associate degree in a healthcare related field or a High School diploma and two years supervisory experience OR High School diploma and 7 years' experience as a Sterile Processing Technician, 1 of which must be with Sparrow Health System or an affiliate. |
| Education | Education: *Associate degree in a healthcare related field or a High School diploma and two years supervisory experience OR High School diploma and 7 years' experience as a Sterile Processing Technician, 1 of which must be with Sparrow Health System or an affiliate. License / Certification: *SPD certification or CRCST certification within 6 months hire |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills | Skills & Abilities: * Strong oral and written communication skills * Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Preferred: * Bachelor's degree |
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
| Shift | Days |
| Degree Type / Education Level | High School / GED |
| Status | Full-time |
| Facility | Sparrow Hospital |
| Experience Level | 4-9 Years |
