Supervisor - Sterile Processing

UAB St. Vincent's; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB St. Vincent’s is seeking a Sterile Processing Supervisor to oversee daily operations within a critical department. This role involves supervising staff, ensuring compliance with standards, and enhancing quality metrics. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience, as they will play a key role in maintaining excellence in health care service.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Associate Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in Sterile Processing with necessary certifications within 12 months.
• Background in supervising and training staff in healthcare settings.
• Focus on adherence to local policies and productivity standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily sterile processing activities and adherence to standards.
• Oversee sterilization and quality assurance processes.
• Manage hiring and training of sterile processing staff.

Skills

Supervision

Quality assurance

Productivity analysis

Education

High School diploma equivalency or Associate's degree/Technical degree

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Bonus: Up to $2,000
• Department: Sterile Processing
• Schedule: M-F, 6a-230p, with rotating call
• Work Location:UAB St. Vincent's East
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

What You Will Do

Supervise daily activities of the sterile processing associates to ensure adherence to local policies, procedures, and guidelines/standards from regulatory agencies.

• Oversee decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instruments using Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) standards.
• Oversee and complete preparation of all case carts as required by following local inventory standards.
• Evaluate and document quality assurance program findings and coaches team toward improving regular audit outcomes. Focus on productivity standards and quality workflow metrics.
• Conduct hiring, training, directing, development and evaluation of staff.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• One or more of the following required:
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree with 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

About UAB St. Vincent’s

UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.