Supervisor Sterile Processing - Wilson County Hospital - $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

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Organization:

Central Sterile

Job Summary:

The Unit Manager of Central Processing is responsible for managing the personnel in the department in decontaminating, cleaning, packaging and sterilizing all instruments, equipment and other supplies used in the hospital.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• He/she also has ultimate responsibility to see that equipment is maintained and appropriate documentation is available.
• The Sterile Processing Supervisor is responsible for planning and providing sterile processing services for the OR and other departments.
• Responsible for implementation of staffing patterns, work schedules and call schedules.
• Demonstrates an appropriate level of understanding, awareness, and compliance with applicable AAMI, OSHA. AORN, Joint Commission, Federal, State and agency laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards.
• Participates in developing and implementing policies and procedures based on laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Analyzes sterilization logs for accuracy and completion to verify conformity to standards of sterilization and safety meeting regulatory requirements and implements load recall actions if appropriate parameters are not met.
• Provides positive leadership through orientation, counseling, coaching, and development of staff to effect performance improvement and create good employee morale.
• Works collaboratively and communicates effectively with leadership concerning clinical and staff issues, department status, and specific projects.

POSITION SHIFT

Day Shift Hours

SIGN-ON BONUS REQUIREMENTS

The sign-on bonus is not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who have worked for VUMC within the last year

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

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Core Accountabilities:

* Organizational Impact: Independently performs non-routine tasks that significantly impact team and other related teams.* Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Gathers and analyzes data to solve problems that arise with little or no precendent.* Breadth of Knowledge: Applies advanced job knowledge and has developed a breadth of skills in other areas. * Team Interaction: Serves as a lead for the team by providing expertise and guidance to team members.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues: - Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. - Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services : - Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. - Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. - Offers Meaning