Supervisor, Sterile Processing Department (SPD)

Peoplefluent; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow in Lansing, MI seeks an experienced supervisor for the Sterile Processing CSS department. You will oversee Caregivers and supervise staff in the absence of the Department Manager, ensuring compliant operations and patient privacy.

Responsibilities include directing training, monitoring performance, supporting budget goals, promoting safety, quality assurance, and continuous improvement, with emphasis on HIPAA, ICARE values, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Leadership role in a sterile processing environment.
• Ability to train and guide supervisory staff and caregivers.
• Commitment to HIPAA privacy and security policies.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Caregivers in the CSS department and lead in the absence of the Department Manager.
• Direct daily work assignments and ensure adherence to guidelines.
• Monitor performance and resource utilization and be accountable for results.
• Support department budget development and achievement of goals.
• Lead quality assurance initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Communication

Budget awareness

Quality assurance

Process improvement

Education

Associate degree

High School Diploma + 3 years clinical experience

Job description

Job ID: 55288

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Supervises work activities of all Caregivers in Sterile Process (CSS) Department. Responsible for department function and staff activities in the absence of the Department Manager.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Provide direction, training, and continual guidance to supervisory staff and Caregivers.
• Responsible to see that work assignments are carried out within established guidelines.
• Monitors daily individual performance and resource utilization and is accountable for the results.
• Maintains an atmosphere that supports and encourages high performance, teamwork, and continual improvement of all associates.
• Monitors customer satisfaction and initiates corrective actions.
• Assists in development of departmental budget and goals.
• Assists Caregivers with duties as needed
• Initiate and lead department with quality assurance, and process improvement

Job Requirements

General Requirements Required Responsibilities of the Caregiver:

• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
• Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence).
• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.
• Adheres to established best practices (i.e. Rounding, Thank You Notes, AIDET, etc.).
• Demonstrates commitment to safety by establishing an environment in which safety issues are promptly reported and appropriate actions are taken.
• Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases.

Work Experience

• 1 year leadership experience
• 1 year clinical experience in Surgical Services

Education

• Associate degree OR High School Diploma and three years’ experience clinical experience in Sterile Processing

License / Certification

• SPD certification or CRCST certification within 6 months hire

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Skills & Abilities

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Management/Professional

Requirements

Shift Days Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED Status Full-time Facility Sparrow Hospital Experience Level 4-9 Years