Sterile Processing Supervisor - Providence Hospital

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Mobile, Alabama, is seeking a Sterile Processing Supervisor. This role includes overseeing sterile processing duties and staff, ensuring compliance with AAMI standards, and managing schedules. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, relevant experience, and certifications from HSPA or CBSPD. The position requires physical capabilities to handle equipment and maintain safety standards. This role supports vital medical operations and contributes to improving community health.

Qualifications

• 5 years of directly related experience required.
• One certification from HSPA or CBSPD required.
• Ability to stand for long periods and manage physical workload.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely delivery of sterile instruments.
• Supervise staff and manage work schedules.
• Maintain supply levels and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Proficient in sterile processing

Knowledge of AAMI Standards

Supervisory skills

Tracking software proficiency (Censitrac)

Ability to lift and move equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certification from HSPA or CBSPD

CRCST certification within 180 days

Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in all sterile processing department job responsibilities and duties.
• Able to articulate and/or reference the AAMI Standards and Guidelines.
• Responsible for employee work schedules.
• Maintains adequate supply levels to meet departmental needs.
• Provides direct and effective supervision of staff to ensure timely delivery of sterile instruments.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient practices for decontamination, instrument assembly, and sterilization of all reprocessed instruments and equipment.
• Performs first review of staff evaluations and provides feedback to manager.
• Directly reports any recalls/failures/wet packs/wet loads to manager in a timely manner.
• Trend and track deficiencies for educational opportunities.
• Competent in the usage of tracking software, such as Censitrac.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics when moving equipment.
• Supplies weighing up to 50lbs and autoclave carts weighing up to 200lbs. Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements.
• Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years directly related experience Required.
• One certification from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) Upon Hire Required.
• CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician within 180 Days Required.
• Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.