Supervisor Sterile Processing (m / w / d)

Description

Location : UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, US : CO : Aurora

Department : Sterile Processing AIP

FTE : Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift : Evenings

Pay : $25.80 - $38.70 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

Summary : Supervises daily staff activities for the department. Independently performs entry level core functions. Core sterile processing functions include receive, sorting and decontamination of surgical / clinic items and instruments, inspection and packaging, identification of appropriate sterilization methods with appropriate cycle selection of sterilization or high level disinfection, completing appropriate required documentation and has the ability to perform routine testing of necessary equipment. Acts as a resource or subject matter expert for associate and mid level team members.

Responsibilities :

• Performs instrument and equipment decontamination and cleaning following IFU's while having the ability to disassemble items before choosing appropriate cleaning method. Performs visual inspection of instruments and equipment prior to appropriate assembly and packaging of instruments or equipment.
• Performs appropriate sterilization / high level disinfection of instrument and equipment based on IFUs while inspecting and ensuring all external indicators, filters and labels are appropriate. Performs routine cleaning and sterilizer testing including biological monitoring, leak testing and bowie dick tests as appropriate.
• Precepts and verifies competency and skill development of staff as appropriate while functioning as a resource and knowledge expert. Documents work performed utilizing instrument tracking software / paper documentation as required
• Determines, coordinates, and supervises daily staffing assignments and levels. Provides direction, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff. Assists with performance evaluations and disciplinary actions. Ensures staff compliance with regulatory requirements and departmental / organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs staff responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels. Leads the handling and resolution of complex issues and complaints.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

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