CSPD Interim Operations Manager

SIPS Healthcare

  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • 4 days ago

    Highlights

    The Operations Manager will identify improvement opportunities in organizational structure, business procedures, and staff education that can provide operational, financial, and quality improvements to Sterile Processing. Must be able to speak, read, write and understand medical terminology in order to follow written instructions and complete various forms and records regarding equipment’s processing and preparation of equipment.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
    Websitehttps://sipshealthcare.com/careers

    Description

    The primary mission for the Interim Operations Manager is to build a cohesive team, improve existing processes, and improve customer satisfaction. The Operations Manager will identify improvement opportunities in organizational structure, business procedures, and staff education that can provide operational, financial, and quality improvements to Sterile Processing. They will coordinate and monitor all sterile processing and distribution functions such as decontamination, preparation/packaging, sterilization of surgical instruments, and case carts. This role works with the Administration and the Sterile Processing Management team(s) to implement improvement opportunities.


    Reporting Structure: This position reports to the designated facility Director(s)


    RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

    SIPS will undertake the collection, review, and analysis of data that includes, but is not limited to:

    Management Guidance / Mentoring & Process Improvement
    • Implement tools to effectively perform day-to-day operations
    • Manage, coach, and mentor staff
    • Evaluate current processes and implement Process Improvement Initiative
    • Provide weekly project status reports to project director
    • Communicate barriers that will interfere with daily operations to appropriate parties

    Human Resource Management
    • Measure departmental workload statistics to determine efficient scheduling practices
    • Staffing matrix
    • Staff to procedural demand
    Instrumentation
    • Identify standardization and utilization opportunities

    Efficiencies in Sterile Processing
    • Instrument storage and handling
    • On-time tray delivery
    • Condition and accuracy of instrument sets and instrument set lists
    • Compliance with sterilization, infection control, quality, and regulatory requirements
    • Space utilization
    • Processing volume/activity validation
    • Inventory management
    • Productivity indicators
    • Quality Assurance Programs
    • Review Policies and Procedures
    • Performs other duties as assigned


    Requirements

    Knowledge and Skills

    • Associates Degree.
    • Minimum of seven years of experience in an acute or ambulatory sterile processing department.
    • Five successful years of SPD leadership experience.
    • Current Sterile Processing Technician certification.
    • Strong initiative, innovation, organization, and attention to detail are essential.
    • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across various audiences.
    • Strong customer service and client relations skills.
    • Must be able to speak, read, write and understand medical terminology in order to follow written instructions and complete various forms and records regarding equipment’s processing and preparation of equipment.
    • Proficient in Microsoft word and Excel; with the ability to create power points and give presentations.
    • Ability to work extended hours as needed.



    Physical Demands

    The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

    This position requires frequent standing (>4 hours), walking (>4 hours), and limited sitting (<2 hours). Employees must be able to lift and carry 20–50 lbs and push/pull up to 20 lbs. The role involves various physical activities, including but not limited to squatting (0-1 hours), bending, twisting, reaching above the shoulders, reaching below the waist, kneeling, and grasping (>1 hour).

    This description is intended to provide a general overview of the physical demands and work environment and is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job-related tasks and conditions. Additional responsibilities, demands, and conditions may be required as deemed necessary by the employer.



    Benefits

    CORE VALUES:  Professionalism ·  Respect ·   Integrity ·  Drive

    Why SIPS?

    • Dedicated recruiters
    • Optional worksite locations
    • Health and Welfare Benefits
    • Company-paid long-term disability (LTD) and Term Life coverage
    • 401K (company match up to 3%)
    • EAP- Employee Assistance Program
    • Certification renewal support
    • Contract extensions
    • Growth opportunities



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