Sterile Processing Operations Manager

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is hiring an SPD Operations Manager in Columbus, OH, to oversee the daily operation of the Sterile Processing Department at one or more tertiary care sites.

You will ensure evidence-based practice, staff leadership, and cost-effective delivery of quality products and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3–5 years relevant experience, or 7–10 years with HS diploma.
• 2–5 years management experience, preferably in healthcare.
• Experience in Sterile Processing or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily SPD operations to ensure efficiency.
• Manage SPD staff and schedules; staff development and evaluation.
• Participate in site surveys; maintain department operations.
• Oversee budgeting and resource management; monitor variances.
• Develop staff competencies and training; promote professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare operations

Budgeting

Quality improvement

Staff scheduling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Nursing, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Hospital information systems

Job description

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Job Description Summary

This position is responsible for the daily operation of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) within one or more tertiary care site. The SPD Operations Manager ensures delivery of evidence-based practice by staff in a cost effective manner. Management functions include planning; organizing; staffing; directing and controlling all activities to achieve maximum efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of quality products and service.

Responsibilities And Duties

20%
Clinical Responsibilities Ensures the provision of evidenced based quality practice by staff in a cost effective manner Serves as a role model and consultant to staff on matters of judgment and practice Works in collaboration with other healthcare disciplines, and assists in integrating services across the continuum of health care Uses data from various sources to initiate continuous quality improvement at the unit level Improves standards of practice through the provision of competent and skilled personnel Ensures appropriate orientation of all personnel to the department Maintains records, statistics, patient, staff, and organizational confidentiality Develops, coordinates & approves staff work schedules; ensures the creation of daily staff assignments Participates in all site surveys and ensures the orderly clinical operations of the department

20%
Administrative/Leadership Responsibilities Hires, trains, supervises, evaluates and manages SPD staff consistent with Human Resources policies and procedures Facilitates development of leadership activities and promotes staff and self-attendance at meetings and educational programs Contributes to the personal and professional growth of others through feedback, coaching and support Conducts & participates in yearly performance evaluation of all personnel Coordinates facility maintenance, development and upkeep Participates in divisional, departmental and hospital activities; develops and maintains professional competencies by attending educational programs and participation in professional organizations Seeks opportunities for publication, presentation and professional leadership in professional and community societies Assumes leadership roles in professional organizations and encourages staff participation Prepares and submits reports in an accurate, complete and timely fashion as directed by the System Director

20%
Financial Responsibilities Prepares annual budgets and operates within budget guidelines; develops and maintains position control; manages resources to remain within established budgets and controls materials, supplies, instruments and equipment necessary for unit operations; reviews monthly DRR and explains variances to budget Directs the activities of personnel resources to achieve the highest levels of performance and to ensure that productivity goals are consistently met Has oversight for the maintenance of supply, instrument and equipment inventories in the department Evaluates the need for new equipment and/or replacement of old equipment; collaborates with Perioperative and SPD management team members to make recommendations for Capital Equipment requests

20%
Service Excellence Serves as a role model to others by exhibiting excellent interpersonal relation skills through verbal and non-verbal behavior Promotes positive communications with staff, other areas within the hospital, and in the community Addresses nursing and physician complaints/concerns as expeditiously as possible to improve customer satisfaction Establishes and strengthens relationships with physicians Honors the dignity and worth of every individual

15%
Culture Promotes a team environment; facilitates an atmosphere of participative management and development of collegial relationships among staff; serves as a link between nursing staff and other health care disciplines both within and outside of the organization Assesses the learning needs of all SPD staff; contributes to the development of self and staff through educational programs to meet identified learning needs; provides regular in-services Conducts monthly staff meetings Facilitates and encourages staff to obtain relevant specialty certification Advocates a work environment that minimizes work-related illness or injury

5%
Regulatory Compliance
Ensures compliance with internal and external regulatory organizations e. g. TJC, OSHA, ODH, etc. Identifies methods to achieve and monitor compliance with requirements of regulatory organizations
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

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Additional Job Description

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Nursing, or related field with 3-5 years relevant experience or; High School Diploma/GED with 7-10 years of relevant experience, which 2-3 years must be in a supervisor/team lead capacity.

Kind And Length Of Experience

• 2-5 years previous management experience, preferably in healthcare
• More than 5 years previous Sterile Processing or other relevant experience
• Experience in working in multi-disciplinary teams and in complex matrix relationships
• Excellent relationship and team skills.
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills
• Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to communicate complex issues and strategies
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Effective use of personal computer technology for generating reports, trending information and creating presentations.
• Physician relations
• Customer service skills

Work Shift

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Department

Sterile Processing

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment