UC Davis Medical Center
Sacramento, CA
Sterile Processing Supervisor - Night Shift
Salary or Pay Range: $32.42 - $57.71 Hourly
This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to the position.
The Sterile Processing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) to ensure the efficient and effective reprocessing, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment. This role involves supervising staff, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating with other departments to support patient care and safety. The Sterile Processing Supervisor plays a crucial role in ensuring that all instruments and equipment are sterile, well-maintained, and available as needed.
This posting is a Transfer/Promotional opportunity for UCD/UCDHS Employees (internal candidates). Applications from current UCD/UCDHS employees will be considered first. Applications from the public/external candidates may be considered if an internal candidate is not selected as the most qualified applicant.
Minimum Qualifications
• CRCST from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or CSPDT from The Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• CIS from HSPA from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or CSIS from The Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Must maintain certification by completing CEU’s and renewing certifications as a condition of employment.
• High School Diploma or GED
• At least five (5) years recent experience in a similar setting Central Processing Unit is required.
• Advanced knowledge of and demonstrated experience adhering to American Association of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) recommended practices.
• Knowledge of AORN (Association of Operating Room Nurses) Recommended practices on: o care of instruments scopes & powered surgical instruments. o cleaning and processing of instruments. o selection & use of packaging materials. o surgical attire. o traffic patterns in the surgical suites. o operating room sanitation.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and thoroughness to complete work in timely and accurate manner.
• Independent critical thinking skills and initiative to recognize, identify and solve problems recognizing potential impact to others, patients, internal and external customers.
• Experience using Central Processing Unit programs and computers including instrument tracking program, email, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
• Ability to apply policy and procedure when making decisions.
• Ability to identify, analyze and report problems accurately and timely.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment to recognize situations that need to be escalated and notify supervisor or other management of unusual or unexpected situations.
• Ability to assist in planning and organizing workflow well; and to meet established turn-around-times, and deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize work to meet established turnaround times and administrative deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative solutions to problems and tackle issues in a self-motivated manner in line with the direction of the project team and the organization.
• Ability to always maintain a satisfactory level of performance.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently to complete work or projects as instructed in a timely, qualitative and productive manner.
• Awareness and sensitivity to the diversity, equity, and inclusion of others as part of a positive work culture.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and acceptance of individual differences to achieve a common goal.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally to the appropriate target audience.
• Ability to work with internal and external customers, coworkers and members of the hospital community in a professional, respectful and service oriented manner.
• This position may be eligible for sign-on bonus.
Preferred Qualifications
• One (1) to two (2) years in a supervisory or lead role.
Key Responsibilities
• 60% - Supervision and Leadership
• 15% - Instrument Tracking System, Training and Other Duties
• 10% - Assembly Responsibilities
• 5% - Sterilization Responsibilities
• 5% - Surgical Case Cart Assembly
• 5% - Decontamination Responsibility
Special Requirements
• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
• This offer is contingent upon your successful completion of an Employment Misconduct Disclosure review where you will be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that you committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct.
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at:
http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=296402
Job ID #72294
The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer