Assistant Manager, Sterile Processing

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Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500109 Sterile Processing Department

Work Shift:

UR - Evening (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCC 211 H

Compensation Range:

$25.09 - $35.12

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Coordinates and directs the Central Sterile Processing Department. Coordinates with the OR schedule and ensures effective utilization of surgical instruments. Participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and standards of care and monitors compliance. Ensures actions are in line with the philosophy, standards, objectives, and policies of the Department and Hospital.

SCHEDULE:

• 3pm-1:30am Tuesday through Friday; WKNDS/HOLS as assigned

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in the formulation of department policies and procedures.
• Coordinates the planning, implementation and reporting of quality improvement processes for the department.
• Investigates and takes appropriate action when employee accidents occur and takes preventive action to prevent further occurrences.
• Participates in the handling of human resources and employee related matters such as interviewing, hiring, disciplinary process, promotions and terminations.
• Maintains delivery of services congruent to standards of practice, policies and procedures to achieve compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Participates in the department budgeting process.
• Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of the Central Sterile Processing Department personnel and materials.
• Reviews and analyzes trends of case cart usage.
• Fosters a professional, productive and effective relationship other departments through open communication and constructive feedback.
• Collaborates with support services to create an environmental optimal for the delivery of services.
• Assists, initiates, and participates in committee activity.
• Ensures ongoing communication with the leadership of Peri-Operative Services.
• Provides general supervision to ensure effective operation of Central Sterile Processing Department.
• Establishes and maintains a record system for inventory and control of supplies and equipment.
• Participates in the recruitment and retention program of Central Sterile Processing Department.
• Participates in performance improvement activities. Maintains patient/employee confidentiality in the management of information.
• Observes the Health Care System's compliance policies.
• Reviews the utilization of staff and distributes responsibilities to maximize performance and productivity.
• Recommends and justifies need for new items for surgical use.
• Manages staff appropriately through transitions for optimal implementation of change.
• Reviews clinical performance of personnel via anecdotal records, conferences and evaluation process.
• Serves as a resource person for staff within the Central Sterile Processing Department.
• Determines equipment and supply par levels.
• Upholds safe environment by monitoring cleanliness, potential hazards and electrical safety within the Central Sterile Processing Department.
• Oversees various department projects.
• Works collaboratively with other departments for the improvement of service in the department of Central Sterile Processing.
• Participates in the development of other staff members.
• Identifies learning strengths and needs of direct reports.
• Keeps employees informed of new items, purpose, function and responsibility for care.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree with course work in Business or Hospital Management required.
• 3 years of relevant experience required or