Supervisor Sterile Processing

St Anthony Hospital; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St Anthony Hospital is seeking a Supervisor Sterile Processing to lead daily operations in decontamination, processing, and sterilization in Lakewood, Colorado. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining the high standards of sterile supplies and equipment for patient care.

The ideal candidate will possess expertise in sterile processing techniques, strong team leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of regulatory compliance. This position also involves mentoring staff and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Two years of sterile processing experience is required.
• Knowledge of regulatory guidelines including AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission, and OSHA is essential.
• Upon hire, certification must be obtained within one year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities and schedule work assignments.
• Provide coaching and training to staff on process and compliance.
• Act as a liaison with various departments for customer needs.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Clean and decontaminate instruments and supplies.

Skills

Sterile processing techniques

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Certified Registered Central Services Tech

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Supervisor Sterile Processing, you will lead daily operations in decontamination, processing, sterilization, and distribution, ensuring seamless support for patient care. You'll play a crucial role in maintaining high standards for sterile supplies and equipment.

Every day you will oversee staff, assign tasks, and evaluate performance within the Sterile Processing department. You will contribute to staff development through training and performance management, help manage departmental assets, and actively participate in quality improvement initiatives to optimize service delivery and patient safety.

To be successful in this role, you will bring proven expertise in sterile processing techniques, compliance, and team leadership. Your ability to direct staff, implement quality controls, and effectively manage resources will be essential for advancing our mission and optimizing departmental efficiency in a healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates daily activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities and evaluating and directing work. Facilitates accurate and timely processing of instruments and supply delivery.
• Provides coaching and training to the Sterile Processing department staff regarding process and technique, compliance, and documentation. Provides ongoing performance feedback. Advises staff regarding the correction of operational errors to encourage and support best practice.
• Act as a liaison with various departments; anticipates the needs of the customer and assures timely completion of requests and resolves any conflicts and/or problems.
• Assists with compliance with all regulatory agencies, Federal, State, and hospital standards.
• Cleans, decontaminates, inspects, assembles, and wraps or packages supplies and instruments using proper techniques and procedures, and sterilizes supplies and instruments using the prescribed method.
• Assures that sterilized supplies and instruments are correctly labeled and stored in a manner to ensure sterility and understands that all storage areas are to be in compliance with any applicable regulatory guidelines. Assists with storing sterilized items and equipment in a specified location. Understands all storage areas are to be in compliance with all applicable regulatory guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Certified Registered Central Services Tech or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Upon hire, or within one (1) year of hire or transfer, must obtain one of the following: CIS, CSIS, CER, C-FER, CHL, CSPM, CASSPT
• Two (2) years of sterile processing experience
• Knowledge of all regulatory guidelines and standards of practice as it relates to AAMI, AORN, Joint Commission and OSHA

Location

Lakewood, Colorado