Job description
Assists with the planning and management of the day-to-day operations and serves as a resource person for the Central Sterile Supply department. They will direct and check work of others in the absences of management personnel. _x000D_
Education
Education
- High School Diploma or GED Required Experience
- 5-7 years Experience in a lead technician or supervisory position Required Licenses and Certifications
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Required and
- Current Certified Instrument Specialist certification (CIS) Required and
- Current Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) Required or
- obtained within 90 days of employment. within 90 Days Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.
- Ability to read, write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
- Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission, values and commitment to compliance with all federal, state and regulatory laws. Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.
- Exhibits professionalism, courtesy and excellent customer service, while interacting with patients, guests and co-workers.
- Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Demonstrates accountability and responsibility in all aspects of work activities.
- Must have the ability to assist Manager with transitioning staff into any current or future developments affecting the department.
- Must follow directions and be responsive to emergency situations appropriately.
- Must adapt to the hours of availability, including shifts, to the variable and changing needs of the hospital and/or department when needed.
- Must effectively function as a member of a collaborative team.
- Must have the ability to prioritize tasks, have exceptional organizing skills and manage time effectively.
- Must comply with OSHA, AAMI and the Joint Commission standards.
- Knowledge, skill, and ability to identify and coordinate resources to solve problems, review recommendations regarding solutions to problems, and take or direct action to solve the problem.
- Ability to provide work leadership of one or more employees.
- Knowledge, skill, and ability to provide leadership to the Central Sterile Technicians.
- Assists with staffing, planning and control of the operational functions in conjunction with the requirements of all areas.
- Assumes responsibility for the department in the absences of management personnel.
- Assists and instructs in the supervision of specialized technical skills requirements and work performance in the department.
- Works with Assistant Director, Central Sterile Processing in developing quality monitors, in-service programs and orientation programs.
- Identifies problems area such as inefficiencies, equipment issues, staffing issues, and customer complaints and takes corrective action.
- Communicates with Director of Perioperative Services, OR Resource nurse and / or Operating Room Service Team Leaders to assess the flow of the current day surgery schedule and proactively plan for the next day schedule.
- Communicates with Central Sterile Supply technicians to ensure instruments are available as needed.
- Collaborates with Center Sterile Supply technicians and gives support to aid in a productive and smooth operation of the department.
- Relieve Central Sterile Supply Technician III of his/her duties in the event of their absence.
- Cleans and decontaminates patient equipment, sterilizes instruments and supplies using various types of sterilizers. Loads sterilizers in the correct manner and sets controls to the specified time and temperature according to the manufacturer's guidelines. Completes appropriate documentation records prior to sterilization and reads and initials the sterilizer printout verifying that all parameters have been met.
- Accurately assembles all instrument procedure trays and case carts following content lists as a guide.
- Dispenses products requested by verbal, written or telephone requisitions for equipment and supplies.
- Provides constructive feedback to employees as needed.
- Annually provides performance evaluation information to the Assistant Director of Central Sterile.
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