Supervisor Sterile Processing NBC

Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH is seeking a Supervisor Sterile Processing. This role involves coordinating daily operations of sterile processing, compliance with medical standards, and effective communication with various departments. Candidates must have at least a High School diploma or GED, a minimum of 3 years’ experience in sterile processing, and required certifications. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is also essential. This position works full-time with evening hours, contributing to quality initiatives and staff development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Sterile Processing.
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates daily activities and operational needs of the department.
• Monitors quality initiatives and assists with departmental goals.
• Serves as SPD liaison with other departments.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Knowledge of aseptic technique

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3 years’ experience in Sterile Processing

CSPDT or CRCST certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

DEPARTMENT: 16254 - Sterile Processing NBC

LOCATION: 1100 Immokalee Road, Naples, FL, 34110

WORK TYPE: Full Time

WORK SCHEDULE: 8 Hour Evening

Job Summary

The Supervisor Sterile Processing reports to the Sterile Processing Manager. Under general supervision of the department Director, the Sterile Processing Supervisor coordinates and manages the daily activities and operational needs of the department. This position assists the Manager with the overall direction, leadership, and supervision of the staff. This role performs instrument production, case assembly, sterile processing, decontamination of surgical instruments in compliance with medical center policies and procedures, state, local, and federal requirements. This position serves as SPD liaison with other departments. The Sterile Processing Supervisor monitors and participates in quality initiatives and assists with accomplishing organizational and department goals/objectives.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively with email, verbal and written mechanisms
• Works independently, demonstrates neatness, organizational skills and deadline awareness
• Keeps Surgical Services and Sterile Processing Leadership informed of all pertinent matters relating to the Surgical Services Department. Reports directly to the Sterile Processing Manager
• Has knowledge of disease transmission and aseptic technique
• Can stay beyond the normal tour of duty and take call as required
• Knows environmental hazards
• Understands universal precautions, principles and practices
• Ensures that orientation and skills checklists are completed for all staff and files are maintained in the department and the employee’s file in Human Resources
• Serves as a source to staff regarding policies, procedures and questions
• Ensures that policies and procedures are carried out
• Recognizes inferior work performance, guides staff toward increased efficiency and dependability
• Arranges in‑service education programs on an ongoing basis
• Arranges for repair of equipment/instruments and availability of loaner/replacements from other agencies or manufacturers and coordinates shipping with Materials Management
• Evaluates products under consideration for purchase
• Monitors repair records of equipment and instruments and recommends replacement based on age, service record and repair costs
• Tracks loan/return of supplies, equipment and instruments to other agencies or sales representatives
• Transports surgical instruments and equipment

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of High School or GED required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Sterile Processing
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) from CBSPD Program OR Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association required
• Intermediate computer knowledge: uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows