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Suburban Hospital

Sterile Processing Manager

Suburban Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Requisition #: 659541 • Location: Suburban Hospital, Bethesda, MD 20814 • Category: Manager/Supervisor • Schedule: Day Shift • Employment Type: Full Time Make it happen at Hopkins.

Suburban Hospital is a 228-bed, not-for-profit, community-based hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. Suburban Hospital is a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine and has served Montgomery County and the surrounding area for more than 65 years. The designated trauma center for Montgomery County, Suburban Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and has earned ANCC Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence. At Suburban Hospital, our greatest passion is our staff members’ commitment to delivering the best patient- and family-centered care possible. What Awaits You

Career growth and development Tuition assistance Free onsite parking Diverse and collaborative working environment Affordable and comprehensive benefits package - Suburban Hospital Benefits Summary

Responsible for managing all processes associated with cleaning, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation, as well as some storage and transport of specific instrumentation, surgical sets and patient care equipment. Assumes responsibilities for maintaining adequate inventory of instruments and equipment, and knowledge and skill in the use of instruments and equipment. Reviews preventive maintenance (PM) contracts and maintains PM schedules for Sterile Processing (SP) equipment to ensure it meets the needs of the organization. Provides case picking education and training for all SP staff. Arranges for the transportation of borrowed instruments and equipment across multiple JHM entities, including JHM clinics, and ensures collaborative communication for all parties involved in the process. Supervises staff members and plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates certification and other educational programs. Aids in the recruitment and retention of qualified CSP staff at all locations. Will lead in creating and maintaining a development pathway for SP students. In collaboration with JHHS oversight entities (e.g. HEIC, Regulatory) and department educator, develops new training programs to meet organizational as well as departmental needs as determined by needs assessment, regulatory requirements, and other pertinent measures. Develops measurement tools to monitor and report quality and productivity within department, on a regular basis. Follows all regulations of AAMI, AORN, and other regulatory agencies. Maintains compliance with The Joint Commission Standards and other regulatory agencies as appropriate. Participates in regulatory and accreditation surveys. Education

Minimum requirement: Associate’s degree in sterile processing or related clinical activity (nursing, surgical technician, etc.). Bachelor’s degree preferred. Required Licensure, Certification, On-going Training

Must have multiple current certifications from CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materials Management): CHL or CSPM, and CRCST or CBSPD and CER/CRCST or CFER/CBSPD. Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) or equivalent within 12 months of hire is required. Work Experience

Requires a minimum of eight (8) years professional experience in sterile processing with college degree. Requires a minimum of 14 years professional experience in sterile processing or closely related field (e.g. surgical technician) without college degree. A minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience with a track record of progression is preferred. Apply Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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