Sterile Processing Supervisor- Outpatient Site: Battle Building

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Plans

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA is seeking an experienced Sterile Processing Department supervisor/manager to oversee decontamination, prep, and sterilization operations. This role provides direct supervision of SPD staff, drives performance-improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with JCAHO, OSHA, and AAMI standards.

The position requires CRCST or CSPDT certification, 3 years of leadership in sterile processing, and an Associate’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent required; Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Experience: 3 years progressive leadership experience in sterile processing, hospital setting preferred.
• Licensure: CRCST or CSPDT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assure the standards of operation comply with regulatory agencies such as JCAHO, OSHA, and AAMI.
• Responsible for operations and processes related to decontamination, prepping, and sterilization of instruments.
• Provide direct supervision to SPD personnel and evaluate performance.
• Hire, evaluate, and develop staff; set criteria and expectations to meet department goals.
• Assign workload, standardize procedures, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Review attendance, approve time off, and ensure adequate coverage.
• Encourage mentoring and career development; coordinate orientation and in-service training.
• Lead departmental performance improvement activities and gather data for improvement.
• Act as champion of the SPD Instrument Tracking System and perform system admin duties.
• Utilize reporting to identify improvement opportunities; maintain the physical environment.
• Enforce fire and safety regulations and ensure compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Sterile processing

Staff development

System administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree Preferred

Job description

• Assure the standards of operation of the department comply with the standards set by regulatory agencies such as the Virginia Department of Health Joint Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation Commission and others.
• Responsible for the operations and processes associated with the decontaminating prepping sterilization of instruments.
• Provide direct supervision to SPD personnel.
• Hire evaluate the performance and provides corrective action as necessary for SPD personnel. Develops criteria / expectations for staff in meeting goals of the department.
• Communicates in timely consistent manner.
• Assign and prioritize workload; evaluate and standardize operating procedures and effectively troubleshoot and resolve issues and problems as they arise.
• Review and approve time off requests monitor attendance and tardiness and ensure adequate coverage for all areas of responsibility.
• Encourage mentor and facilitate the career development of the employees in the department. This includes but is not limited to department orientation in-service training and continuous education of Sterile Processing staff.
• Develop and implement departmental performance improvement activities and assure ongoing staff participation.
• Review customer feedback i.e. the Main OR OPSC and clinic leaders in order to respond compile and analyze supporting data to implement beneficial procedural changes as appropriate and feasible.
• Act as a champion of the SPM Instrument Tracking System.
• Perform system administrator duties and utilize and .maintain the system.
• Utilize the system's reporting capabilities to identify opportunities for improvements within the department.
• Ensure the physical environment is maintained.
• Establish and enforce fire and safety regulations for the area following established protocols and ensuring compliance with JCAHO OSHA AAMI and Hospital guidelines.
• Identify areas for self-improvement and actively seeks opportunities to strengthen and expand skills and abilities.
• Attend seminars and training sessions to maintain appropriate level of professional competency.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent required Associate’s Degree Preferred.

Experience: 3 years progressive leadership experience within sterile processing preferred, preferably in a hospital setting. 3 years’ experience working within sterile processing preferred.

Licensure: Certification as CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) through IAHCSMM OR certification as CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) through CBSPD required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $24.24 - $48.48 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .