Position Purpose:

Manages the operation and clinical coordination of  the Central Sterile Processing department at the main campus and at NVSC

What you will do:

• Responsible for performance improvement and employees adherence to policies and practices that are in compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements.
•  Actively promotes an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach to the delivery of care.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the department’s goals and functions.
• Communicates and collaborates with peers, staff, customers, supervisors and managers.
•  Provides guidance and direction on all activities pertaining to CSP employees work assignments, quality, and development. Takes corrective action or utilizes discipline as necessary.
• Ensures the cleanliness standards are met by all.
• Maintains and oversees the instrument tracking system and the effective use and function of all instruments.
• Assures proper preventive maintenance of Sterilizer/high disinfecting/disinfecting equipment; establishes maintenance and replacement schedules.
• Interviews, hires, and trains all new staff. Provides a comprehensive departmental orientation to all new personnel and required training to all staff on a regular basis.
• Maintains continued education in the field of Sterile Processing operations and equipment through education, literature and seminars.
• Ensure proper and efficient workflow throughout the Perioperative operation.
• Performs related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Credentials and Abilities:

• NICHSPDP or IAHCSMM Technician Certification
• Organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with physicians, residents, nursing staff, patient care staff, administrators, patients and families required.
• Ability to work well under pressure.  Must have a customer service focus, ability to work with staff, and be dedicated and accountable for work.
• Ability to effectively manage a three shift staff.
• Knowledge of a Central Sterile Processing workflow.
• Knowledge of all CS equipment and its use.
• Ability to create and effectively manage a budget.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• 5 years' experience in the supervision and direction of a CS department in a Healthcare Environment.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full-Time, 40 Hours- Day Shift

• Our Mission and Core Values

• Career growth and advancement potential

• Award-winning Patient Access Department

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.