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Geisinger · 4 months ago

Dayshift Supervisor Sterile Processing

Scranton, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Geisinger is a healthcare organization that is committed to caring for patients and communities. They are seeking a Dayshift Supervisor for Sterile Processing to oversee operations and personnel in Central Sterile Supply, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and supporting quality patient care.

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Responsibilities

Supervises the personnel and operations

Actively participates in the development of and demonstrates thorough knowledge of the department and system goals and function

Establishes internal inventory levels and maintains levels in accordance with set standards

Monitors these levels for proper utilization

Anticipates the availability of appropriate resource materials and personnel needed

Identifies, analyzes, interprets and acts on related problems within customer departments, as they pertain to Central Sterile Supply

Ensures established procedures and standards of practice are followed for decontamination, cleaning, inspection, processing and sterilization of reusable supplies and equipment

Provides instructions and in-service in new products, procedures, case cart preparation, and equipment

Maintains effective communication with appropriate nursing and medical center personnel, as relates to assigned duties

Oversees preparation and maintenance of the instrument asset inventory

Organizes department activity and workflow appropriately

Rounds in the Operating Room and throughout the department each shift to assess what is being utilized and anticipates needs

Prioritizes instruments that are needed from preference cards, surgical schedule and emergent and trauma preparedness

Assesses and understands the competencies of each member of staff and develops appropriate Performance Improvement program to identify and address weaknesses

Maintains sterilization records and related data in accordance with regulatory requirements

Performs ongoing evaluations of teams, the required services for the surgical suite, inpatient and outpatient units, and equipment and methods

Coordinates with hospital maintenance and contractor representatives to assure that all equipment and installations are in proper operating condition

Provides a comprehensive department orientation to all new personnel and required training to all staff on an ongoing basis

Assures safe working environment for all employees and visitors, utilizing knowledge of hazardous gases and substances, and environmental conditions

Directs all housekeeping activities within the department

Supports budget preparation with administrative leadership; operates within budgetary guidelines

Monitors operational budget for opportunities for fiscal improvement

Coordinates the interviewing of new and replacement employees

Assures full compliance with regulatory agency mandates and recommendations

Oversees the development and updating of policies and procedures

Ensures that the patient safety improvement and management program will be given high priority and will support the program

Ensures that sufficient time is available for staff participation in patient safety activities at both the department and organizational level

Ensures that staff attends all required patient safety education programs

Counsels staff when necessary

Qualification

Certified Sterile Processing TechnicianManagerial experienceRegulatory complianceInventory managementEffective communication

Required

GED or High School Diploma

Active CRCST

4 years' experience as CRCST

Certified Sterile Processing Technician - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)

Preferred

Associate's Degree

Minimum of 1 year-Managerial/Supervisory

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one

Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents

Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution

Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contribution

Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly

Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive

Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more

Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Company

Geisinger

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Geisinger is a health and wellness organization that offers orthopaedic, weight-management, and heart care services. It is a sub-organization of Risant Health.

Founded in 1915

Danville, Pennsylvania, USA

10001+ employees