Supervisor - Sterile Processing

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health in Syracuse, NY seeks a Central Processing Department Supervisor to coordinate day-to-day operations in the Central Processing Department, partnering with the Operating Room and clinics.

This full-time, day-shift role includes guiding staff, ensuring proper sterilization and decontamination practices, and maintaining supplies while reporting activities to the department manager. Requires 5 years in sterile processing and CRCST or CSPDT certification, with strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in sterile processing.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required.
• Knowledge of Central Sterilization Reprocessing and relevant standards (AAMI/ASHCSP).

Responsibilities

• Direct day to day activities of Central Processing Department and coordinate with OR and clinics.
• Report daily activities to direct manager.
• Perform staff level sterilization duties.
• Ensure contamination and sterilization practices comply with industry standards.
• Manage Central Processing supplies, instruments, and equipment to ensure availability and control expenses.
• Operate decontamination and sterilization equipment and monitor performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation accuracy

Aseptic technique

Sterile technique

Decontamination

Policy compliance

Education

CRCST

CSPDT

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Full Time, includes some weekends

Coordinates the day to day operational activities and functions within the Central Processing Department by providing team leadership to central service employees. Ensures adequate preparation and functioning of the Central Service Department. Collaborates with Perioperative Services and all other customers of the Central Processing Department.

Essential Functions

• Directs day to day activities of Central Processing Department and coordinates activities with the Operating Room and clinics.
• Report daily activities to direct manager each day.
• Performs staff level sterilization duties
• Functions as a liaison to ensure prescribed decontamination and sterilization practices are performed in compliance with industry standards and practices
• Manages and controls all Central Processing supplies, instruments and equipment to ensure availability, inventory control, appropriate asset management and expense control
• Ensures proper operation of all decontamination and sterilization equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure

• 5 years’ experience in sterile processing
• CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) from IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Svc Material Mgt); OR
• CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician) from CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing & Distribution) is required.
• Knowledge of Central Sterilization Reprocessing
• Knowledge of standards and recommended guidelines of Association of Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) and American Society of Healthcare Central Service Professionals (ASHCSP)

Skills

• Maintains current knowledge of advances and current trends in Surgical/GI/Endo procedures and techniques
• Demonstrates attention to detail by ensuring that all documentation is legible, complete, accurate, and factual
• Knowledge of current practice related to hand hygiene, aseptic and sterile technique
• Knowledge of current practice of decontamination, high level disinfection and sterilization procedures
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems and objectives

Mission Statement

• We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision

• To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values

• In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Work Environment and Hazards

• Clinical setting. Exposure Class I

Physical Demands

• Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat and reach.

Work Contact Group

• All services, medical staff, patients, visitors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.

Pay Range: $28.55 - $39.35

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.