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University Hospitals

Coordinator, Sterile Processing Weekends/Nights

University Hospitals, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44199

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Job Description:

The Coordinator, Sterile Processing position is the shift lead for operations of the Sterile Processing Area within their assigned core and will be in direct staffing in the certified role 50% of their time, in which they would be responsible for receiving, sorting, decontaminating, reassembling, packaging, sterilizing, storing and distributing reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies. This role will manage work-flow and triage issues or concerns that come up during the shift. Each Coordinator will be assigned specific duties relative to orientation/education/training, quality assurance, instrument repair or scheduling.

What You Will Do

Performs decontamination procedure

Prepares reusable patient care items for sterilization

Sterilization using appropriate sterilization methods

Picks surgical case carts, stores and distribute reusable patient care equipment, instrument trays and supplies

Participates as a productive member of the perioperative processing team

Maintains positive relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers

Participates as a productive member of the perioperative process team

Enforces policy and procedures according to industry and entity regulations

Responsible for ensuring adherence to all JC, CMS, OSHA and AMMI regulations

Collaborates with Manager for all hiring and related personnel decisions, completing routine performance review evaluations, training, scheduling, team development and the like

Initiates and maintains positive relationships with management, patients, co-workers and customers. Handles escalated customer service calls

Assists Manager maintains departmental performance standards

Assists the ordering, receiving and the distribution of reusable instruments

Participates on coordinating staff members, and is responsible for ensuring their work output is satisfactory and their concerns are resolved

Allocates and tracks resources effectively across Support Services at CMC

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Complies with all policies and standards.

For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.

Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

*This position is a 12 hour shift from 7p-7am Friday and Saturday Qualifications

Education:

High School Equivalent / GED

Graduate of a Sterile Processing program (Preferred)

Work Experience:

3+ years Experience in a production environment

Previous supervisory experience (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Demonstrates effective communication and leadership skills. (Required proficiency)

Steam, EtO, Plasma, Peracetic Acid, Dry Heat, and liquid sterilants. (Required proficiency)

Knowledge of: Equipment, sterilizers, washers, instruments, and tray assembly. (Required proficiency)

Good manual dexterity. (Required proficiency)

Attention to details. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications:

National or International Sterile Processing Certification Required

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently

Walking Frequently

Sitting Rarely

Lifting Frequently 50 lbs

Carrying Frequently 50 lbs

Pushing Frequently 50 lbs

Pulling Frequently 50 lbs

Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs

Balancing Occasionally

Stooping Frequently

Kneeling Frequently

Crouching Frequently

Crawling Occasionally

Reaching Frequently

Handling Frequently

Grasping Frequently

Feeling Constantly

Talking Constantly

Hearing Constantly

Repetitive Motions Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

10%