Supervisor Sterile Processing FT McAllen

South Texas Health System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System seeks an experienced Sterile Processing Supervisor to oversee SPD operations, coordinating with Surgical Services, nursing units, and off-site clinics to ensure timely delivery of reprocessed items.

The role requires 4–5 years in Sterile Processing with increasing responsibility and preferred supervisory experience, English proficiency for IFU interpretation, and relevant certifications within two years of transition.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years experience minimum in Sterile Processing with increasing responsibility.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Manual dexterity for assembling/disassembling complex instrumentation.
• Proficient in spoken and written English for technical interpretation of IFU.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) operations.
• Coordinate SPD activities with Surgical Services, nursing units, and off-site clinics.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and High-Level Disinfection (HLD) standards.
• Assist with SPD budget development and resource allocation.
• Foster interdepartmental collaboration and address operational issues.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Supervisory experience

MS Office

IFU interpretation

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

CRCST Certification

CSPDT Certification

CIS Certification

CER Certification

CHL Certification

CSIS Certification

CFER Certification

CSPM Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Censis

OneSource

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides oversight and local operations management of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) supporting Surgical Services, various nursing units, and off- site clinics. Ensures coordinated and timely delivery of reprocessed items to clinical stakeholders within the health care organization. Ensures local facility sterilization and High-Level Disinfection (HLD) functions comply with all regulatory requirements. Manages SPD personnel and serves as liaison between SPD and other departments. Maintains effective interdepartmental relationships, coordinates, and resolves problems, and ensures cooperation with other programs and services. In conjunction with Surgical Services Director, manages the overall SPD budget including determining resource needs, allocation resources and ensuring proper utilization in productivity, efficiency, and cost effectiveness of SPD operations. Develops and maintains a system of internal reviews that ensure service programs operation in compliance with regulatory and accrediting organizations.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years experience minimum in Sterile Processing with increasing responsibility. Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Manual dexterity with the ability to assemble and disassemble complex instrumentation.
• Microsoft office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), various applications related to Instrument management (Censis, OneSource).
• Technical Skills: Due to the highly technical nature, especially related to interpretation of manufacturer's Instructions For Use (IFU), ALL SPD staff must be proficient in spoken and written English.

Education / Licensure

• High School diploma or GED required. Associates degree or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• License/Certification:
  Certification as Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) formally known as International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) through Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) is required.
  
  • Additional three certifications listed below, must be acquired by new employees within two years. Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER), and Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) formally known as International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) or Certified Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS), Certified Flexible Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER), and Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM) through Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD). Note: Certifications must be maintained as a term of employment.

• Effective January 30, 2022 all new hires: must have the required SPD certifications noted on bullet #2. Incumbent SPD supervisor(s) will obtain the credentials within 24 months of transition to SPD Supervisor role and keep current there after.

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