Sterile Processing Supervisor - University Hospital

University of South Alabama Health System; Alabama; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Alabama Health System seeks a Supervisor for the Sterile Processing department. This role involves overseeing processing activities, including sterilization and staff supervision, while ensuring adherence to policies and completing tasks in a timely manner. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, extensive experience, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Five years directly related experience required.
• Two certifications from IAHCSMM needed.
• Alternative in-house training may substitute for certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of daily activities in the Sterile Processing department.
• Supervision of all processing activities, including decontamination and sterilization.
• Reviews sterilization and equipment logs for accuracy.

Skills

Supervision

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 provide 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 wellbeing of our community.

Responsibilities

Under general direction of the Sterile Processing Manager, the primary purpose of the Supervisor is to assume oversight and responsibility for the daily activities of the department as directed. Responsibilities include supervision of all processing activities, including decontamination, high level disinfection, packaging sterilization and storage. Supervises staff to ensure policies are followed and all work assignments are completed in a timely manner. Reviews accuracy of sterilization logs, equipment logs, and procedure tray inventory.

Qualifications

high school diploma or equivalent, five years directly related experience and two certifications from IAHCSMM. An extensive in-house progressively difficult training/competency module may serve as an alternative to national certification.

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.