Sterile Processing - Supervisor - Full Time

This job assumes responsibility for and directs, plans, and coordinates the activities of the Sterile Processing Department to meet the patient care demands. This job manages inventory levels of the Operating Room (OR) supplies, ensures proper maintenance and repair of OR equipment, and manages resources and personnel in the sterile processing department. This job oversees productivity and quality of performance for Sterile Processing Care team members and assures inventory supply levels are appropriate to provide patient care functions without distruption while being at the most cost beneficial level to the organization.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.
 

Education 

Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred - Graduation from an accepted program in Surgical Technology

Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Surgical Technology

Work Experience

Required - 3 years experience working with and leading teams

Preferred - 2 years experience in sterile processing

Preferred - Experience working as a scrub tech or surgical tech in a hospital

Certification

Preferred - Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)

OR Certified Sterile Processing Department Technician (CSPDT)

OR Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Self-directed, organized and goal oriented.

• Leadership and motivational skills to develop employees.

• Good judgment in handling difficult situations.

• Analytical skills to evaluate supply utilization and determine most effective inventory levels.

• Ability to function calmly in a pressure situation.

Job Duties

• Leads services that suport the preoperative process by supervising staff, leading the daily operations of the department and communicating pertinent information.
• Manages supply, instrumentation and equipment distribution to user areas to ensure inventory levels are sufficient to meet patient care/user demands while maintaining cost.
• Performs proper handling and reporting of inventory transactions of supplies and equipment.
• Trains and develops staff while ensuring employees are motivated to achieve functional objectives.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Ochsner 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, protected veteran status, or disability status.
 

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essenti