Supervisor

OU Health is seeking a Centralized Sterile Technician Supervisor for a job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Centralized Sterile Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Pay is based on years of applicable experience and acuity level of position

Position Title:Central Sterile/Case Cart Supervisor - Adult Sterile Processing

Department:Adult Sterile Processing

Job Description:Central Sterile/Case Cart Supervisor - Adult Sterile ProcessingShift: Full-Time - Monday-Friday - 10:30P-7AOU Medical Center - Oklahoma City, OK

General Description: Under limited direction, plans, organizes and supervises the processing, storage, and distribution of processed sterile supplies, instruments, equipment and Case Carts.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Supervises all central sterile processing, which is responsible for cleaning, decontamination, assembly, packaging and sterilization of all surgical instrumentation and reusable supply items as well as the preparation of Case Carts.
• Supervises the processing, storage and distribution of processed sterile supplies and equipment.
• Oversees department daily operations.
• Monitors the surgery case schedule. Conducts in-service education programs for staff members as necessary and on a routine basis.
• Schedules work and ensures instruments, equipment and Case Carts are ready when needed. Monitors the ordering process and supply management as it pertains to Case Cart stock, non-stock, surgery supplies and materials management supplies.
• Works with the coordinator when supply transitions take effect.
• Ensures that employees are properly trained on all aspects of sterile processing and the preparation of Case Carts.
• Evaluates employee performance and makes recommendations to improve performance.
• Assesses departmental processes and develops plans to improve processes as needed.
• Works on various projects as assigned.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Associate's degree required.

Experience: Three (3) years hospital experience in sterile processing with 1 to 3 years demonstrated leadership experience required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

ONE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED FROM HIRE:

• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Certified Central Processing Technician (CRCST) from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)

ONE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED WITHIN 12 months:

• Secondary leadership certification Certified Healthcare Leader certification (CHL) from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)
• Secondary leadership certification Certified in Sterile Processing Management from CBSPD

PREFERRED:

• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) OR Certified Surgical Instrument Specialist (CSIS).
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of maintenance and sterilization of medical supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of applicable sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices of steam and gas plasma sterilization.
• Knowledge of simple record keeping principles and practices.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other medical staff, peers and subordinates.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Good computer skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Skills in supervisory methods

Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

OU Health Job ID . Posted job title: Central Sterile/Case Cart Supervisor - Adult Sterile Processing

About OU Health

OU Health is the state's only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma's largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state's only freestanding children's hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma's flagship hospital, which serves as the state's only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker's Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health's oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma's top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health's mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research.

Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Sick pay
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Employee assistance programs
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