Sterile Processing Supervisor (SPD)

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH is seeking a Sterile Processing Supervisor for the 11am-7:30pm shift. You will oversee the accuracy and availability of surgical instruments, implants, and supplies used in all surgeries, manage consigned and loaner trays, and ensure efficient daily OR operations and inventory control.

You will lead and train staff, build relationships with surgeons and clinicians, schedule assignments, provide real-time coaching, and drive workflow improvements in a high reliability

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent (Required).
• CRCST certification required.
• IAHCSMM certification preferred or relevant.

Responsibilities

• Serves as acting leader in the absence of management.
• Collaborate with OR and SPD staff to meet needs efficiently and accurately.
• Schedule and assign staff on their team/shift.
• Directly oversee team members to guide department success.
• Communicate changes and educate staff on instrumentation and equipment.
• Implement workflow initiatives to improve productivity.
• Provide real-time coaching and follow-up to management.
• Fill staffing vacancies and assist in training associates.

Skills

Strong customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate's Degree, High School or GED (Required)

CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician

IAHCSMM - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

Shift: 11am-7:30pm

This position has a 24/7 responsibility for overseeing the accuracy and availability of surgical instruments equipment implants and supplies used in preparation and delivery of all surgeries. This includes management of consigned trays, loaners trays, instrumentation, and case cart preparation. The supervisor is responsible for monitoring, training, educating, and directing both new and tenured staff. He or she is also required to build relationships with surgeons, clinicians, management, and staff to ensure efficient operation and logistical support to the OR daily and the accuracy of onsite inventory.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Serves as acting leader in the absence of management
• Works collaboratively with Operating Room staff & SPD staff to ensure needs are met efficiently and accurately.
• Responsible for the scheduling and job assignments for staff on their team/shift
• Directly oversees the team members to guide the success of the department
• Communicates changes and assists in staff education regarding instrumentation and equipment.
• Implements workflow initiatives to improve departmental productivity
• Responsible for real-time coaching of staff members and providing follow-up to management
• Fills into staffing vacancies/assignments as needed or requested
• Responsible for aiding in the education and training of fellow associates

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

• Associate's Degree, High School or GED (Required)
• CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management
• IAHCSMM - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material management - International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• 3 - 4 years' experience in Sterile Processing operations or related field.
• Experience with computers and data entry, ideally Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Previous Sterile Processing or Operating Room Experience preferred.
• Excellent Computer Skills and ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills and to work in in high pressure situations.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures, knowledge of sterilization standards and sterile processing technique.
• 3 - 5 years of Supervisory or Management Experience in Sterile Processing.
• Must exhibit exceptionally strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with implementing workflow initiatives to improve productivity.

Work Shift

Evening

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