- Location
- Charleston, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Description Summary
The Certified SPD Supervisor reports to the Manager, Sterile Processing. Under general supervision of the department manager, the Certified SPD supervisor coordinates and manages the daily activities and operational needs of the department. This position assists the Manager with the overall direction, leadership, and supervision of the staff. This role performs instrument production, case assembly, sterile processing, decontamination of surgical instruments in compliance with medical center policies and procedures, state, local and federal requirements. This position serves as SPD liaison with other departments. The Certified SPD Supervisor monitors and participates in quality initiatives and assists with accomplishing organizational and department goals/objectives. Supervisors may have supervisory responsibilities at Main, Rutledge Tower, and/or ART Sterile Processing Departments.Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularCost Center
CC000677 CHS - SPD (Sterile Processing) (Main)Pay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health-27Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
The Certified SPD Supervisor reports to the Manager, Sterile Processing. Under general supervision of the department manager, the Certified SPD supervisor coordinates and manages the daily activities and operational needs of the department. This position assists the Manager with the overall direction, leadership, and supervision of the staff. This role performs instrument production, case assembly, sterile processing, decontamination of surgical instruments in compliance with medical center policies and procedures, state, local and federal requirements. This position serves as SPD liaison with other departments. The Certified SPD Supervisor monitors and participates in quality initiatives and assists with accomplishing organizational and department goals/objectives.Additional Job Description
Graduate of high school or GED equivalency examination and must be certified and maintain a certification in sterile processing and as an instrument specialist from IAHCSMM [International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management] and have at least 2 years’ experience in sterile processing. Certification in SPD leadership or management from IAHCSMM [International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management] certification, if not held, must be obtained within 6 months. Possess ability to understand and implement a variety of detailed instructions in the execution of processes. Applicant must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Basic computer skills required. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure health care environment. Leadership, supervisory or management experience preferred.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Must be certified and maintain a certification in sterile processing and as an instrument specialist from IAHCSMM [International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management]. Certification in SPD leadership or management from IAHCSMM [International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management] certification, if not held, must be obtained within 6 months.
Physical Requirements
Mobility & Posture
Standing: Continuous
Sitting: Continuous
Walking: Continuous
Climbing stairs: Infrequent
Working indoors: Continuous
Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent
Working from elevated areas: Frequent
Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent
Kneeling: Infrequent
Bending at the waist: Continuous
Twisting at the waist: Frequent
Squatting: Frequent
Manual Dexterity & Strength
Pinching operations: Frequent
Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous
Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous
Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous
Reaching overhead: Frequent
Reaching in all directions: Continuous
Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous
Full use of both legs: Continuous
Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent
Lifting & Force Requirements
Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent
Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent
Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent
Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent
Examples:
Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force
Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force
Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force
Vision & Sensory
Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous
Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous
Color discrimination: Continuous
Depth perception: Continuous
Peripheral vision: Continuous
Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous
Tactile sensory function: Continuous
Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous
Selected Positions:
Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
Respirator use qualification: Continuous
Work Environment & Conditions
Effective stress management: Continuous
Rotating shifts: Frequent
Overtime as required: Frequent
Latex-safe environment: Continuous
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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