Supervisor-Sterile Processing

Inuplands; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Inuplands is seeking a qualified individual to oversee the preparation, sterilization, and distribution of equipment needed for patient care in Indianapolis, Indiana. This role includes supervising staff, ensuring safety, and adhering to regulatory recommendations in sterile processing.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, relevant certifications, and 5-7 years of experience. Leadership skills and extensive knowledge of sterilization practices are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree preferred.
• Requires one national certification (CRCST, CSPDT, CFER or CST).
• Requires 24 CE credits annually in the CS field.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Requires 5-7 years relevant experience.
• Leadership experience is preferred.
• Requires extensive knowledge of sterilization practices.
• Requires knowledge of surgical procedures and medical terminology.
• Requires knowledge of State and Federal regulations.
• Requires basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation, sterilization, and distribution of patient care equipment.
• Support sterilization goals and customer needs.
• Supervise and develop staff in sterile processing area.
• Prepare reports and assist with policy development.
• Ensure patient safety and regulatory adherence.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of sterilization practices

Knowledge of surgical procedures

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree

Job description

Oversees the preparation, sterilization and distribution of equipment, supplies, instruments and endoscopes needed for patient care. Supports the goals associated with the broad spectrum of sterilization and the needs of all customers. Supervises and develops staff, ensures appropriate decontamination and sterilization processes, prepares reports, assists with the development of policies and procedures, and implements programs associated with these responsibilities. Ensures patient and team member safety and adherence to regulatory agency recommendations related to the sterile processing area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree preferred.
• Requires one national certification (CRCST, CSPDT, CFER or CST) and a second national certification related to central service or sterile processing (Examples: CIS; CSIP; CFER; CST; CHMM; CHL).
• Requires 24 CE credits annually that focus on information and advancement related to the CS field and be of a technical nature.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires 5-7 years relevant experience.
• Leadership experience is preferred.
• Requires extensive knowledge or ability to learn skills associated with sterilization practices.
• Requires knowledge of surgical procedures, medical terminology and anatomy.
• Requires knowledge of State and Federal regulations and Professional Recommended Practices.
• Requires basic computer skills.