Clinical Supervisor, Educator - Sterile Processing

Company: SaintJoseph Health System
Location: Mishawaka
Posted on: March 22, 2025

Job Description:

Employment Type:

Full time Shift:

Day Shift
Description: Saint Joseph Health System is proud to now offer Daily Pay. Work Today, Get Paid Today!

Why Saint Joseph Health System?
At Saint Joseph Health System, our values give us strength. That character guides every decision we make - even when those decisions are complicated, costly or hard. We honor our mission to care for every man, woman and child who needs us by investing in technology, people and capabilities that allow us to set the standard for quality care.

What we offer:

• Benefits first day of employment (Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life, STD/LTD)
• Daily Pay
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee referral incentive program
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement
• State of the art equipment
• Supportive team approach
• Unlimited CEU's About the job:
  The Supervisor & Educator of the Sterile Processing Department s upports and assists the Service Manager in providing 24-hour operations of the SPD service area. Meets or exceeds patient, physician, or other pertinent customer expectations. Assists in the selection, development and if required, corrective action of staff, in order to maintain competence and high-quality service or care. Develops, plans, implements and evaluates educational programs to meet the needs of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) and to aide in the professional development of staff.
  
  What you will do:
  • Coo r d i na t es d a i l y wo r k a ss i gn m ent s , m on i to ri ng a l l p r o c e ss i ng a r e a s and m a i n t a i ns e m p l o y ee sc h e du l e e n s u r i n g ade q ua t e c o v e r a g e f or ho u r s of ope r at i o n a nd c a l l c o v e r age on wee k ends a n d H o li da y s .
  • A ss i s ts S e n i or D i r e c tor of S u r g i c a l S e rv i c es i n e v a l ua t i ons of S te r il e P r o c e ss i n g s t a ff .
  • A c ts as l i a i s o n a nd f a c i l i ta t es c o mm un i c at i o n b et w e en s te r il e p r o c e ss i n g o p e r a t i n g r oom pe rs onn e l a n d n u rsi ng u n i t s .
  • F a c il i tates t he p r o c e ss i ng o f i n s t r u m entat i on and e q u i p m ent, en s u r i ng qu a l i t y a n d c u s to m er s at is f a c t i on. A ssis t w i th c o ll e c t i ng da t a f or Q ua l i t y A ss u r an c e.
  • Re v i e w s o pe r a t i n g r oom s c hed u l e s , an t i c i p a t i ng n eeds and / or c on f li c ts w i th i n s t r u m entat i on, c o o r d i na t i ng i n s t r u m entat i o n f or a l l p r o c edu r es w i th ope r a t i ng r oom pe rs on n e l .
  • Re s pon si b l e f or the da i l y r e v i e w of a l l r e c o r d i n g t a pes and b i o l o g i c a l / c h e m i c al t e s ts f r o m a l l s te ri l i z e r s a nd r e c o r ds r e s u l t s .
  • I m p l e m ents ho s p i t al p o l i c y and p r o c e d u r e f or po s i t i v e b i o l o g i c al te s t s . Monitors staff compliance with all required safety precautions.
  • Conducts staff meetings and provides educational opportunities for staff. Ensures SPD policies and procedures are kept updated.
  • Maintains departmental education records in compliance with regulatory guidelines. Oversees quality and infection control initiatives for SPD.
  • Provides a comprehensive and technical orientation, education and training program for the sterile processing staff.
  • Duties & responsibilities include accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to patients, including those that may produce patient charges. If designated as a "Revenue Lead", additional responsibilities will include revenue reconciliation and charge-error correction as specified by departmental process and hospital policy. Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed. What is required of you:
    
    Education: Certification as a Surgical Technologist or Sterile Processing Technician gained through an accredited certification program such as the CBSPD sterilization certification or CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or Certification for IAHCSMM CHL (Certification in Healthcare Leadership) or Licensed RN in the State of Indiana
    
    Licensure: Certification as a Surgical Technologist or Sterile Processing Technician. CIS and CFER certification within 1 year of employment or Licensed RN in the State of Indiana.
    
    Experience: Three (3) years of progressive work experience in a Sterile Processing or Operating Room setting along with a working knowledge of AAMI standards.
    
    Other Job Requirements: Strong computer skills required including a working knowledge of MS Word, MS Powerpoint and MS Excel.
    
    Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
    
    Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
    
    

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