Central Sterile Processing Coordinator

Tenet; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Career development

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare Corporation is seeking a Central Sterile Processing Coordinator for the DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital in Detroit. The role focuses on daily CSP operations, ensuring OR cases are completed and delivered on time, and coordinating with CSP leadership to optimize service quality and budget adherence.

The position oversees staffing, productivity, and collaboration across departments, with a strong emphasis on patient safety, aseptic technique, and continuous process

Qualifications

• Analytical ability to gather and interpret data to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance with policies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for routine internal/external contacts.
• Ability to read and comprehend procedures and technical literature in CSP.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily management of the Central Sterile Processing department.
• Monitor staff productivity and reassign staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Act as liaison between Operating Rooms and CSP to ensure cases are complete and delivered on time.
• Work with CSP management to improve services and monitor the departmental budget.
• Provide consistent high quality customer service to departments served by CSP.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication

Procedures reading

Leadership

Aseptic techniques

Education

Associates degree preferred

Certification through CBSPD or IAHCSMM

Job description

Job Description - Central Sterile Processing Coordinator (2606003170)

DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Position Summary

Under general supervision and according to department and DMC policies and procedures, assists in the daily management of the Central Sterile Processing department. Monitors staff productivity reassigns staff as necessary to ensure department operates efficiently. Acts as a liaison between the Operating Rooms and CSP to ensure all OR cases are complete and delivered on time. Addresses OR problems as they relate to CSP. Works in conjunction with CSP management team members to continually improve services provided by the department. Responsible for providing consistent high quality customer service to all departments and personnel serviced by the CSP department. Works in conjunction with the department managers and director to complete and monitor the departmental budget.

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or the equivalent required. Associates degree preferred.
2. Two or more years of progressively more responsible experience in a Central Services department. Experience as a lead tech or equivalent preferred or comparable experience in supervision and instrument processing.
3. Certification through CBSPD or IAHCSMM required.

Skills Required

1. Analytical ability to gather and interpret data, to identify discrepancies, problems or issues, to obtain advice when precedents are unclear or unavailable and to determine methods for ensuring compliance with functional/organizational/service policies and procedures.
2. Communication and/or interpersonal skills for routine contacts with internal and external customers to discuss issues and potential solutions. Some discretion and conflict resolution skills are required. Courtesy and listening skills are required.
3. Ability to read and comprehend procedures and technical literature in specific functional area is necessary.
4. Leadership skills including demonstrated willingness to pursue leadership roles with increasing levels of accountability comfort with decision-making responsibilities, coaching, teaching and counseling skills, and the ability to inspire and build confidence in others and to forge alliances and garner support.
5. Knowledge of aseptic techniques, surgical instruments, instrument processing cycle and operation of processing equipment.

Facility Description

DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

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Job Type: Full-time

Shift Type: Nights

Shift begin time: 11:00 PM Shift end time: 7:30 AM

Job Number: 2606003170

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