Sterile Processing Manager

Job description

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the general administration and fiscal oversight of the University Health Sterile Processing Department. Manages services and departments in providing patient care equipment and surgical instrumentation reprocessing functions including: collection, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, high-level disinfection and distribution. Manages the surgical instrument inventory and supplies supporting departmental activities. Serves as subject matter expert and resource for product reprocessing needs. Develops and ensures compliance with departmental budget. Manages fixed departmental equipment and plant property. Works collaboratively with other departments and units to ensure efficient, safe and effective instrument and equipment availability. Models excellence in customer service ensuring the highest standards for both internal and external constituent satisfaction.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Education and work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Five years of experience in an acute sterile processing department is required. Minimum of three years of experience in preparing for Joint Commission, local, state and/or federal surveys/audits. Three years of progressive management experience is preferred. Current Sterile Processing Technician certification required. Proficiency with standard business software is required.