Manager - Central Sterile Processing - Phoebe Putney Health System : Job Details

Manager - Central Sterile Processing at Phoebe Putney Health System summary:The Manager of Central Sterile Processing at Phoebe Putney Health System oversees daily operations for the Sterile Processing Department, ensuring the effective sterilization of surgical instruments and the timely availability of necessary resources. This role involves implementing organization-wide policies, leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. The manager is also responsible for leading a team and may be required to fulfill various duties as assigned by management.JOB SUMMARY* Manage the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department at Phoebe Putney Health System (including planning, organizing, staffing, and monitoring of work quality). Provide leadership and direction in the development and implementation of organization-wide instrument sterilization policies, procedures, and processes. Effectively utilize available and developing technology to improve operations and reduce costs. This position reports to the Director, Surgical Services. The manager is responsible for assuring that instrumentation, supplies, and other resources are available in a timely manner to support surgical services and other areas dependent upon them. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision, and values of Phoebe. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. All activities must be in compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity laws, HIPAA, ERISA, and other regulations, as appropriate.Qualifications - ExternalEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS* High School Diploma or GED (Required)* 4 years / Bachelor's Degree in Nursing OR Bachelor of Science in the relevant healthcare field of study or 5 or more years of experience in a Perioperative setting including Central Sterile, Operating Room, or Ambulatory Care Center and completion of a 2-year degree in a healthcare related field within 2 years of hire. (Preferred)EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS* 3+ years Management or supervisory experience within sterile processing required, preferable in a hospital setting (Required)* No Degree: 8 years of recent directly related experience in a Perioperative setting including Central Sterile Processing, Operating Room, or Ambulatory Care Center (Required).CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES* Required Certifications/Licensures: Certification as CRCST or above through IAHCSMM OR certification as CSPDT or above through CBSPDGENERAL SKILLS* Organizational Skills* Communication Skills* Interpersonal Skills* Customer Relations* Read / Comprehend Written Instructions* Follow Verbal Instructions* Basic Computer Skills* General Clerical SkillsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS* Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors* Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination* Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motionPHYSICAL DEMANDS* Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)* Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)* Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)* Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)* Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)* Pushing/Pulling - Frequently within shift (34-66%)* Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)* Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)Keywords:sterile processing, surgical services, healthcare management, medical technology, instrument sterilization, hospital operations, healthcare compliance, central sterile processing, leadership, team management