Park Nicollet Health Services
Sterile Processing Coordinator - Ambulatory Surgery Center
Park Nicollet Health Services, Osseo, Minnesota, United States, 55311
Overview
Sterile Processing Coordinator – Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Sterile Processing Coordinator (SPD) to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) teams! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day. Position Summary: Be part of our Same Day Surgery Center Team in Maple Grove with occasional travel to other Same Day Surgery Center(s) as needed. We have a fast-paced multi-specialty Surgical Center and seek team members with a positive outlook and ability to work well on a team.
Responsibilities
Responsible and accountable for all functions of the Sterile Processing Department, under the guidance of the Operating Room Supervisor and Campus Manager.
Coordinate and facilitate the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department to ensure consistent, high-quality, and compliant output by organizing, implementing, and monitoring processes related to instrument decontamination, high-level disinfection, assembly, sterilization, and sterile storage.
Provide hands-on leadership, support, and direction to SPD staff and maintain effective working relationships with the Sterile Processing Specialist, OR Materials Coordinator, and Purchasing.
Foster a collaborative and service-oriented partnership with OR staff and surgeons to support safe, efficient surgical care.
In coordination with the OR Supervisor and Sterile Processing Specialist, facilitate onboarding and orientation of new hires; model and enforce adherence to departmental and regulatory standards; promote a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and service excellence.
Responsible for training, oversight, and orientation of SPD team members, temporary staff, students, and surgical services personnel; participate in interviewing, hiring, and annual performance evaluations.
Perform all sterile processing tasks including decontamination, prep and pack, wrapping/containerization, sterilization, high-level disinfection, and distribution of instruments per IFU and departmental standards; maintain accurate records and ensure timely transport of items.
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area; oversee daily/monthly department maintenance; ensure SPD equipment functions properly and coordinate service contracts with Purchasing.
Support hospital and clinic processing needs and perform additional duties as assigned.
Work Schedule
1.0 FTE
Monday through Friday, primarily day shift
Variable start times
Float to other surgery center locations as needed
Required Qualifications
Associate degree from an accredited education institution
Three years of sterile processing management experience
Successful experience with process improvement projects in a collaborative environment
Certification Requirement: Current certification from CBSPD (C.S.P.D.T.) or HSPA (C.R.C.S.T.) or within 24 months from date of hire, and must be maintained for duration of employment
Park Nicollet team members with 10 consecutive years of employment prior to 2015 with no lapse in employment as Instrument Room Aide/Sterile Processing Department Technician (9AT) and/or Lead Sterile Processing Technician (116-030) will not be required to obtain certification
Ability to work effectively with and integrate interests of various disciplines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective relationships with customers and stakeholders
Ability to effectively use computer systems technology to support department performance
Familiarity with matters of law, regulations, and internal policies affecting employment (including FMLA, ADA, discrimination, and harassment laws) and compliance requirements
Benefits Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more.
About Us HealthPartners is a nonprofit, integrated health care organization providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute and train medical professionals across the region. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and advancing health equity in care and coverage, partnering with the community as advocates for change.
Equal Opportunity We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other federally, state, or local protected class.
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Sterile Processing Coordinator – Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Sterile Processing Coordinator (SPD) to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) teams! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day. Position Summary: Be part of our Same Day Surgery Center Team in Maple Grove with occasional travel to other Same Day Surgery Center(s) as needed. We have a fast-paced multi-specialty Surgical Center and seek team members with a positive outlook and ability to work well on a team.
Responsibilities
Responsible and accountable for all functions of the Sterile Processing Department, under the guidance of the Operating Room Supervisor and Campus Manager.
Coordinate and facilitate the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department to ensure consistent, high-quality, and compliant output by organizing, implementing, and monitoring processes related to instrument decontamination, high-level disinfection, assembly, sterilization, and sterile storage.
Provide hands-on leadership, support, and direction to SPD staff and maintain effective working relationships with the Sterile Processing Specialist, OR Materials Coordinator, and Purchasing.
Foster a collaborative and service-oriented partnership with OR staff and surgeons to support safe, efficient surgical care.
In coordination with the OR Supervisor and Sterile Processing Specialist, facilitate onboarding and orientation of new hires; model and enforce adherence to departmental and regulatory standards; promote a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and service excellence.
Responsible for training, oversight, and orientation of SPD team members, temporary staff, students, and surgical services personnel; participate in interviewing, hiring, and annual performance evaluations.
Perform all sterile processing tasks including decontamination, prep and pack, wrapping/containerization, sterilization, high-level disinfection, and distribution of instruments per IFU and departmental standards; maintain accurate records and ensure timely transport of items.
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area; oversee daily/monthly department maintenance; ensure SPD equipment functions properly and coordinate service contracts with Purchasing.
Support hospital and clinic processing needs and perform additional duties as assigned.
Work Schedule
1.0 FTE
Monday through Friday, primarily day shift
Variable start times
Float to other surgery center locations as needed
Required Qualifications
Associate degree from an accredited education institution
Three years of sterile processing management experience
Successful experience with process improvement projects in a collaborative environment
Certification Requirement: Current certification from CBSPD (C.S.P.D.T.) or HSPA (C.R.C.S.T.) or within 24 months from date of hire, and must be maintained for duration of employment
Park Nicollet team members with 10 consecutive years of employment prior to 2015 with no lapse in employment as Instrument Room Aide/Sterile Processing Department Technician (9AT) and/or Lead Sterile Processing Technician (116-030) will not be required to obtain certification
Ability to work effectively with and integrate interests of various disciplines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective relationships with customers and stakeholders
Ability to effectively use computer systems technology to support department performance
Familiarity with matters of law, regulations, and internal policies affecting employment (including FMLA, ADA, discrimination, and harassment laws) and compliance requirements
Benefits Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more.
About Us HealthPartners is a nonprofit, integrated health care organization providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute and train medical professionals across the region. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and advancing health equity in care and coverage, partnering with the community as advocates for change.
Equal Opportunity We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other federally, state, or local protected class.
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