Summary
Job Description:
Manager, Sterile Processing
Full Time I First Shift
Surgical Services I Lexington, KY
Responsible for the planning, directing, and coordination of all activities relating to the distribution of patient-ready supplies and the reprocessing of reusable instrumentation, equipment, and supplies in SPD on a 24-hr. basis. Is responsible for the initial orientation and training of newly hired SPD staff. Provides for the continuing education (in-service) for staff. Assures the provision of patient care by addressing performance, patient, family, and physician issues/concerns as appropriate. Ensures on-going compliance with JCAHO/CMS accreditation and State Licensure requirements. Shares knowledge of functions and standards to assist others in planning improvements; communicates information; designs materials and education programs; teaches; coaches and encourages recognition of achievement.
Description:
- Ensures the provision of patient care by addressing performance, patient, family, and physician issues/concerns as appropriate.
- High level disinfection and sterilization.
- Provides day to day Counsel and Guidance to personnel.
- Possesses the demonstrated ability to function in a staff roll when necessary.
- Functions as a mentor/preceptor.
- Establishes and utilizes mechanisms for continuous quality improvement.
- Applies financial principles and practices to the preparation and management of a budget.
- Ensures positive customer relations.
Requirements:
- RN with Active State License or other medical relevant field preferred.
- Central sterile training, specialty certification preferred.
- Environmental Risk Control Specialist preferred.
- Two to Four years recent leadership and clinical experience required.
- IAHCSMM Certification required upon hire or within 18 months of employment.
Benefits:
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.