Sterile Processing Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises the activities and personnel assigned to the Sterile Processing Department. Coordinates the processing of all sterile instruments. Ensures the proper care of all instruments and equipment in the Sterile Processing department. Maintains good working relationships with co-workers and other Hospital District employees. Ensures compliance with Hospital District and departmental policies and procedures. Schedules technicians to work, writes and revises policies and procedures, and establishes core competencies for technicians.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school graduation or equivalency and completion of a course for surgical technicians in an accredited school or two years recent experience in a sterile processing setting is required. An associate's degree in surgical technology is preferred. Two years in instrument room processing, central service processing with some supervisory responsibility is preferred. Current Sterile Processing Technician certification required.