Sterile Processing Manager

Pay Rate Range: $30-$45/hour

Temp to Perm: Temp w/ possible perm

Length of Assignment: 90 days

Work Location: Plano, TX

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 6:45a-3:15p

Parking Included: Free Parking

Interview Type: 2 rounds of interviews

Certification/Degree Requirements: Must have one of the following: LVN, CST, CBSPD, CSPDT, CSPM, CRCST

Top Skills: experience multiline OR, top/bottom assessment role, manager/supervisor exp preferred













JOB SUMMARY

The Sterile Processing Manager is responsible for managing the activities and staff

associated with sterile processing, ensuring that strict and proper procedures are followed for

decontamination, sterilization and storage of supplies, equipment and instrumentation utilized.

This position is responsible for managing multiple sites and more than 10 FTEs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the ROLE

Manages the activities within sterile processing related to the decontamination and

sterilization of equipment and instruments and the purchasing, receiving and distribution of

surgical supply items.

Supervises employees which includes the responsibility for, or whose recommendations are

given particular weight to, hiring, firing, performance evaluation, training, work allocation and

problem resolution.

Ensures that all supplies, equipment and instruments ordered are replenished in an accurate

and timely manner. Ensures that all specialty carts are cleaned, decontaminated and

restocked appropriately and correctly on a daily basis.

Monitors and schedules preventive maintenance of equipment according to established

parameters, and ensures that instruments and equipment are maintained in proper working

order.

Works closely with surgeons and other departments to ensure that instrumentation and set

make-ups are correct and proper.

Participates in developing communications, in-service training and employee orientation

programs relating to product usage and services.

Collaborates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for sterile

processing. Ensures established policies and procedures for blood borne pathogens and

standard precautions to identify and reduce the risks of infections among patients and

employees are followed. Monitors functions of staff during the decontamination process to

Page 2 of 3ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of medical supplies, instrumentation, and interworking of hospitals and clinics.

Thorough knowledge of aseptic technique.

Knowledge of different types of sterilizers and cleaning equipment and how to monitor their

effectiveness.

If applicable; well versed in all aspects of the ETO and Spill Plan Alarm System. Strong written

and verbal communications ability.

Strong attention to detail, with time management skills.

Customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with providers,

third party payers, physicians and staff from all departments within and outside the Company.

Understanding of regulatory requirements.

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job

functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all

responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note

that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job

at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or

without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service

delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group

are basic requirements of all positions at ***.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Associate's or 2 years of work experience above the minimum

qualification

Experience: 3 Years of Experience

Certificates, Licenses and

Registrations:

Cert Reg Central Service Tech

Cert Sterile Proc/Distr Tech

Sterile Processing Mgmt Cert

Cert Surgical Technologist

License Pract/Vocational Nurse

Comments: Must have one of the following:

-- LVN or

Page 3 of 3-- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or

-- Certified Board Sterile Prcng&Dist (CBSPD) or

-- Certified Sterile Proc/Distr Tech (CSPDT) or

-- Sterile Processing Mgmt Certification (CSPM) or

-- Certified Reg Central Service Tech through IAHCSMM

(CRCST)

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements: Sitting in the same location or standing/walking; required to

stoop, climb or lift light material (10 to 20 lbs.) or equipment.

Environment:

Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild

physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise.

Examples: patient cares providers and laboratory technicians.

Respiratory Category:

Job tasks do not involve exposure to respiratory particulates

and the use of respiratory protection is not a condition of

employment.?

Hazard 1, 2 or 3:

OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Category 1: Tasks that involve

exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially

infectious materials.

Hazard 4: Tasks that involve, or may involve, exposure to OSHA

regulated substances as stated in SDS.







Must Have


Competency


3+ YRS
Yes


Degree


ASSOCEXP
Yes


License


CBSPD
Yes


CRCST
Yes


CSPDT
Yes


CSPM
Yes


LVN
Yes