FT Sterile Processing Lead - Second Shift

Surgery Partners; Durham (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401k match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

North Carolina Specialty Hospital seeks a Sterile Processing Supervisor to oversee the SPD department and staff. You will ensure proper care and maintenance of instruments, aseptic technique adherence, and communication with OR staff. The role requires leadership, knowledge of SPD processes, and compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities include QA documentation, data reports for leadership, and continuous process improvement while maintaining confidentiality and patient safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Sterile Processing program completion from an accredited institution or equivalent SPD experience.
• Certification required for Supervisor position with 3–5 years in SPD.
• Effective communication skills; both orally and written.
• Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily SPD operations and staff.
• Verify decontamination/sterilization documentation as required.
• Maintain QA/QI testing and daily monitoring logs.
• Collect data and prepare reports to support equipment/instrument decisions.
• Staffing of the department for daily schedules.
• Review and revise policies and procedures as needed.
• Adhere to hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with OR staff for equipment needs.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

SPD supervision

QA/QI reporting

Regulatory compliance

Data reporting

Team staffing

Policy development

Infection control

Education

High school diploma

Sterile Processing Program

SPD supervisor certification

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

North Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH) is a private, physician-owned medical center that opened its doors in 1926. Its commitment to growth and continuous improvement has helped the hospital maintain a high ranking in both quality measures and patient satisfaction. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear, nose, and throat, as well as sports medicine, oral, plastic, podiatry, general surgery, interventional radiology, pain management, reconstructive surgery, and more.

Why join North Carolina Specialty Hospital?

• Award Winning Hospital for Special Surgery
• 5 Star CMS rated facility for patient experience
• Positive Work culture
• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Surgical Services Director, the Sterile Processing Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department. This includes: ensuring proper care and maintenance of all surgical instrumentation, equipment, and sterilization processes; demonstrating good knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic techniques, must have knowledge of equipment, instruments, procedures and supplies used in the operating room; and able to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact and endurance. This position must provide on-going and continual communication with Operating Room staff, including communicating special equipment needs as they arise.

Skills & Abilities:

• Provides supervision of daily operation of SPD department and staff. Accepts other duties as assigned by Director of Surgical Services
• Collects, reviews for accuracy and stores all documentation required for verification of decontamination/sterilization as required by regulatory bodies, and NCSH policy.
• Verifies performance and documentation of QI for SPD process and equipment. Ensures all QI is performed at required intervals. Maintains logs for QI testing and daily monitoring
• Collects data and prepares reports to support Performance Improvement recommendations for equipment and instrument purchases which are communicated to hospital leadership and Governing Board
• Staffing of department adequately for daily schedule.
• In conjunction with Director or designee, reviews and revises policies and procedures as needed and on required intervals.
• Adheres to all Hospital Policies and Procedures, specifically Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct, Corporate Compliance, Diversity, and Confidentiality.
• Identifies potential risks to patients: identifies risks to patients in order to reduce incidence of injury; identifies actions to eliminate, minimize or report risks; identifies procedures to follow in the event of an incident; reports processes for common problems, failures and user errors.
• Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes, programs, and the working environment.
• Applies the principles and values of customer service and continuous quality improvement while performing day-to-day activities of the position.
• Maintains and protects confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues.
• Provides data and information as needed to Infection Control Nurse, Safety Officer or other hospital committees as requested
• Maintains positive working relationships and fosters cooperative work environment.
• Adheres to the hospital's "Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct" in the HR Manual.
• Displays honesty and mutual respect when communicating with peers and other departments.
• Follows through on problems that may compromise effective job performance by using appropriate chain of command.
• Utilize concepts of age/developmental stages in interactions with patients and families.
• Complies with National Patient Safety Goals.
• Universal precautions and infection control guidelines, including hand washing guidelines followed at all times.

Training, Education & Experience:

• High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent experience.
• Completion of Sterile Processing Program from an accredited institution or equivalent clinical experience in SPD.
• Certification required for Supervisor position along with 3-5 years of experience in SPD department.
• Effective communication skills; both orally and written.
• Computer skills needed.
• Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.
• Strong critical thinking skills.

Our employees are critical to our success and we value their contributions. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that values employee ideas and diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. We maintain a drug-free workplace and require pre-employment drug screening and background check.