Supervisor Surgical and Sterile Processing
Supervisor Surgical and Sterile Processing
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Job Description
The Supervisor Surgical and Sterile Processing is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of the Surgical Technologists in the OR and the Sterile Processing Department. The Supervisor will ensure all surgical instruments equipment and supplies are properly sterilized and prepared for surgical procedures; participate in quality improvement programs; provide quality training and orientation for assigned employees; and other work as needed.
Responsibilities
Supervision and Leadership
oOversee the decontamination cleaning sterilization and storage of surgical instruments and equipment.
oEnsure all instruments are properly inspected for defects or damage before being processed.
oManage the distribution of surgical instruments and supplies to operating rooms according to scheduled procedures.
oAssign and oversee team member work and work schedules according to departmental policies in the OR and SPD.
Quality Assurance and Safety (20%)
oConduct routine audits to ensure compliance with health and safety standards including OSHA regulations and infection control protocols.
oResolve issues related to the sterilization process equipment malfunction and other discrepancies.
oEnsure all equipment and instruments are stored in a clean organized and functional manner.
Collaboration and Communication
oWork closely with surgical teams including surgeons nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure that sterile instruments and supplies are available.
oCommunicate any issues related to surgical equipment sterilization processes or inventory shortages to relevant staff or other departments.
oAct as a liaison between the SPD and other hospital departments ensuring clear communication regarding surgery schedules and sterile supply needs.
Training and Development
oLead educational sessions for staff on best practices in sterile processing sterilization technology and infection control.
oKeep current with new sterilization methods medical technologies and regulatory requirements to ensure staff are properly trained.
oFoster a positive learning environment that encourages professional development and continual improvement.
Inventory Management
oMonitor and manage the inventory of surgical instruments medical supplies and sterilization materials.
oEnsure timely ordering of supplies to prevent shortages or delays in procedures. Coordinate the maintenance and repair of sterilization equipment and ensure all equipment is calibrated and functional.
Qualifications
- Experience: Three (3) years of surgical technologist experience
- Education: High School Diploma
- License and Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist
- Skills and Abilities: effective communication interpersonal skills planning and organization active listening attention to detail and technology and software
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
