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Ref # 1632-1
October 11, 2019
Hospital/Facility Name: Detroit Medical Center
Department & Position: Central Sterile Processing
Address: 4201 St Antoine
City, State, Zip code: Detroit, MI 48201
The 8 hospitals and institutes of the Detroit Medical Center are defined by innovative medical care and research in areas ranging from cardiology and rehab, to women's services, neurology, orthopedics, perinatology and pediatrics, and many other specialties. Millions of dollars in state-of-the-art facility design, construction and renovation have enhanced efficiency and accessibility for patients, families and staff.
Central Sterile Processing (CSP) is central to the success of a major health system like DMC. At DMC, Central Sterile Processing Coordinators, Instrument Associates/Technicians and OR Liaisons/Coordinators are an integral part of our healthcare team, and a key component of our infection prevention system.
Positions Available:
• Instrument Associates/Technicians
• OR Liaisons
• Coordinator, Central Sterile Processing
Choose on of our DMC CSP Department Locations:
• DMC Midtown campus (servicing 3 ORs on this campus)
• DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital (northwest Detroit)
• DMC hurn Valley-Sinai Hospital (Commerce)
DMC Benefits:
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k with employer match)
• Ongoing competency development
• Work with some of the most experienced CSP professionals in the industry
• Free parking
• DMC is an active partner in Detroit's resurgence - Detroit is making a comeback thanks to its unique and resilient culture and major corporate reinvestment.
Job Contact: Denita Redmond
Phone Number: (313) 578-3978
Email for contact: dredmond@dmc.org
Ref # 1631-3
October 10, 2019
Hospital/Facility Name: Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock
Department & Position: Central Sterile Reprocessing; Manager, Sterile Processing
Address: 580-590 Court Street
City, State, Zip code: Keene, NH 03431
Work Shift: Days/weekends/holiday rotation
Job Description:
This position is responsible for managing budget and staff in the Sterile Processing department. Interprets policies, procedures, standards and regulations, as is appropriate to personnel/nursing and medical staff. Assesses, conducts, plans, and maintains performance improvement activities. Monitors function of staff to meet CDC, OSHA, EPA, AORN, AAMI, and other guidelines and standards as required. Monitors functions of sterilizers, washers, and sonic cleaners through mechanical, biological, and chemical means according to established manufacturer and industry standards.
Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the duties of the position, graduation from an accredited CS Technician course, and four years of progressively responsible related work experience (preferably in a hospital environment) that demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge/abilities, including a minimum of two years in a supervisory or management capacity,
OR
Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Project management, process improvement, and customer service training highly desired.
Current CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management) certification as a technician.
Job Contact: Sarah Tatro
Phone Number: (603) 354-5400
Email for contact: statro@cheshire-med.com
Ref # 1630-1
October 10, 2019
Hospital/Facility Name: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Department & Position: Manager, Central Sterile Processing
Address: 4940 Eastern Ave.
City, State, Zip code: Baltimore, MD 21224
Work Shift: Full Time (40 hours) 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Job Description:
Johns Hopkins Health System employs more than 20,000 people annually. Upon joining Johns Hopkins Health System, you become part of a diverse organization dedicated to its patients, their families, and the community we serve, as well as to our employees. Career opportunities are available in academic and community hospital settings, home care services, physician practices, international affiliate locations and in the health insurance industry. If you share in our vision, mission and values and also have exceptional customer service and technical skills, we invite you to join those who are leaders and innovators in the healthcare field.
Position Summary:
Responsible for 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. Supervises staff members and plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates certification and other educational programs. In collaboration with 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. Reports to the Director of Central Sterile Services.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Prefer candidates with prior experience in sterile processing, manufacturing or factory operational and management experience.
- Professional level of knowledge in educational development and business management.
- Complete understanding of hospital-wide policies and related areas within the Central Sterile Services Department, as well as a knowledge of inventory control, distribution and purchasing, as is normally acquired through five (5) or more years of experience.
- Must have a comprehensive understanding and have worked with a surgical case cart system for a minimum of three (3) years or another assembly line setting. Must have a basic computer skills in software related to materials management, surgical preference lists, and instrument assembly and normal business software applications. Must have advanced interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of hospital management and administration.
- Must understand the different methods of sterilization and be able to demonstrate their use.
- Must be able to operate a variety of equipment related to sterilization and decontamination processes, as well as numerous computer applications and office machines.
Budget Responsibility:
- Ability to utilize materials and resources in a cost-effective manner.
Authority/Decision Making Level:
- Schedules employees work assignments to cover the departmental requirements; ensures customer expectations are fully met; holds employees accountable and implements disciplinary action when needed.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Provides effective leadership for all employees; ensures that services are delivered in a courteous, timely and efficient manner.
- Must have a current Certification from the International or American Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management Organization within one year of hire.
Problem Solving:
- Identifies, analyzes, and implements solutions to problems, providing feedback for evaluation and as appropriate to those impacted.
Information Management:
- Produces reports reflecting the activities and productivity of employees as well as the department as a whole; assesses performance improvement opportunities; utilizes measurement tools and reports results; uses and understand instructional materials and administers learning assessment and diagnostic tools.
Education:
- Bachelor degree in business management or operational science required such as industrial engineering. Master degree preferred. Will consider a combination of education and experience.
- Certification in sterile processing required within 1 year of hire, with additional course work in medical terminology, quality assurance, quality control, and business management strongly recommended.
- Demonstrated knowledge of theories and practices of training and development, organizational behavior, change management, group dynamics, adult and organizational learning modes is required.
Work Experience:
- Requires a minimum of five (5) years professional experience in manufacturing or industrial operational management.
- A minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience with a track record of progression is preferred.
Required Licensure, Certification:
- Must have a current Certification from the International or American Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management Organization within one year of hire.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.hopkinsmedicine.org/
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Ref # 1629-1
September 27, 2019
Hospital/Facility Name: LeeSar/CSF
Address: 2727 Winkler Avenue
City, State, Zip code: Fort Myers, FL
Country: United States
Department & Position: SPD Educator
Shift: Day
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Executive Director of Sterile Processing supports the overall mission and strategic vision of LeeSar Regional Service Center and Lee Health System. Manages the daily operations of sterile processing workflows, staffing, scheduling, and staff performance to optimize productivity and eliminate defects. Leads staff in a continuous improvement culture through Lean management principles, methods, and tools with leader standard work for best in class standards of quality and productivity. Participates in collaborative real-time root cause analysis and corrective action planning as defects occur. Serves as the liaison with surgical services leadership, surgical teams, and physicians to maintain high levels of quality, accuracy, and timeliness of sterile products needed to support patient care. Collaboratively ensures the sterilization processes adhere to standards of practice established by OSHA, FDA, AORN, DNV, and AAMI. Assumes the role of instrumentation expert in all areas of surgical services, assists with staff education, mentors and develops SPD staff, and assists in evaluation of staff performance.
GENERAL COMPETENCIES:
I. DEPENDABILITY & RELIABILITY:
a. Identify and escalate safety issues.
b. Ability to follow detailed directions with or without supervision.
c. Self-motivated, excellent at multi-tasking, detail-oriented.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
a. Complete 18 CEU s (Continuing Education Units) annually.
b. Maintain competency in all areas.
c. Complete at least one approved leadership course per year.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
I. Decontamination
Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Properly set up the decontamination area (sink levels, soap concentration, equipment needs).
b. Properly sort and stage trays if needed (scanning, stay / go, type of decontamination, spray).
c. Follow proper cleaning procedures for instruments that will go through automatic washer and follows the standard work for basic instruments (scan, sort, open, soak, scrub, brush, flush, sonic, rinse) and follows the IFUs for different instruments.
d. Follow proper cleaning procedures for instruments requiring hand wash (no submersion, scrub, brush, flush, rinse, dry) and follows the IFUs for different instruments.
e. Run the equipment properly and according to instrument IFUs and properly load manifolds for optimal cleaning.
II. Assembly
Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Properly utilize the instrument tracking system and assemble trays one instrument at a time by checking off one item at a time according to standard work and policy.
b. Properly inspect basic instruments and instrument sets according to IFUs (scissor testing, box locks, clamps,brush & flush lumens, insulation testing, assemble / disassemble, check function,visual check for bioburden) by following standard work and policies.
c. Properly string items, bag, or organize tray according to count sheets, standard work, and IFUs for basic instruments and trays.
d. Properly prepare tray with indicators, count sheet in bucks bag, wrap, container & filter, locks, and labels according to standard work and IFUs.
e. Properly assemble singles utilizing instrument tracking system, bar code scanning, instrument search engines,proper packaging, and labeling.
III. Sterilization
Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Utilize IFU s to determine sterilization requirements and perform necessary Bowie Dick and Biological testing.
b. Set up a sterilizer load according to standard work and policies
c. Load and run the steam sterilizer following SOPs, standard work, IFUs and policies.
d. Load and run Sterrad loads according to SOPs, standard work, IFUs and policies.
e. Sterilize utilizing ETO according to SOPs, standard work, IFUs and policies, if applicable.
IV. Case Pick
Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Set up a surgical case (instruments and supplies) according to preference cards and instrument tracking system.
b. Put away and locate instruments utilizing inventory control systems and instrument tracking system.
c. Communicate with the OR team to facilitate obtaining add on or change in supplies or instruments for the surgical case.
V. Education
Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Communicate with the OR team to facilitate obtaining add on or changes in supplies or instruments for the surgical case.
b. Facilitate staff attendance to certification training classes.
c. Assist with real-time feedback and coaching to team.
d. Facilitate system communication regarding policy or standard work process change and educational opportunities.
e. Assist with new product / equipment review and implementation.
f. Responsible for create and maintenance of initial, annual and updated competencies within the instrument tracking program.
g. Assist with preparation and submission of employee competencies
h. Assist leadership team in developing and continually improving a competency program that the managers utilize to measure staff performance.
i. Coordinate programs and the implementation processes for all education needs for staff to include on boarding, orientation, annual competency, annual safety training, standard work process change and certification needs.
j. Ensure timely completion of all competencies, including retraining on specific standard works in correlation to defect trends,
k. Maintain and update policies and procedures through collaboration with process improvements from frontline staff and leadership team.
l. Facilitate continual improvement with education needs from process improvement ideas.
m. Coordinate and/or provide educational in-services as needed to the team.
VI. QUALITY OF WORK:
a. Coordinates the quality control and assessment of loaner instrumentation and provides appropriate reports reflecting the opportunities for improvement among SPD & OR staff.
b. Properly utilizes the instrument tracking system and follows all departmental standard work processes.
c. Facilitates the team in maintaining and improving visual controls and organization of the department utilizing 5S mentality.
VII. ADHERENCE TO COMPANY POLICIES:
a. Follow all documented LeeSar policy and procedure.
b. Follow all documented LeeSar SPD standard work processes.
c. Demonstrate ability to meet LeeSar attendance policy, being at work, on time every shift.
d. Ability to demonstrate integrity in protecting confidential patient information.
VIII. COMMUNICATION, COLLABORATION, & ENGAGEMENT:
a. Demonstrate good verbal and non-verbal communication skills including positive and strong team communication skills.
b. Demonstrate strong written and verbal skill; clearly and professionally communicates with all peers, customers and leadership.
c. Participate in peer mentoring and feedback.
d. Demonstrate strong desire to learn and develop new skills.
e. Daily demonstration of great focus and attention to detail in all processes.
f. Maintains positive relationships by serving as the leadership liaison between LeeSar SPD and Lee Health leadership, staff and surgeons.
IX. PRODUCTIVITY: (if assigned for the shift)
a. Decontamination productivity reaches and maintains 50 trays per shift.
b. Assembly productivity reaches and maintains 25 trays per shift.
c. Case pick productivity reaches and maintains 25 cases per shift.
X. PROBLEM-SOLVING (CREATITIVITY & INITIATIVE):
a. Ability to participate in team problem solving as part of a continuous improvement culture.
b. Demonstrate ability to identify potential solutions to department quality opportunities.
c. Demonstrate flexibility and strong teamwork skills in any required job duties.
d. Participates in Lean projects as required.
e. Collaborates with LeeSar / Lee Health staff in using Lean tools including root cause analysis, PDCA and corrective action planning for project management and problem solving for a continuous improvement culture.
f. Facilitates continuous improvement of the standard work processes for loaner tray processing and controls,
XI. EDUCATION
a. Associates Degree required (experience may be substituted); Bachelors in business or health related field preferred CRCST certification required (CST certification); CIS; CHL certification preferred.
b. At least 3 years of experience in sterile processing for a multi-hospital system; minimum of 2 years of management or supervisory experience preferred.
Contact Name: Yohana Rothenberg
Phone_Number: 239.939.8710
Fax_Number: 239.939.8888
Job_Email: yohana.rothenberg@leesar.com
Ref # 1628-2
September 27, 2019
Hospital/Facility Name: EvergreenHealth
Department & Position: Manager of Central Sterilization
City, State, Zip code: Kirkland, WA
EvergreenHealth, an integrated two hospital system headquartered in the vibrant and beautiful Puget Sound area just outside of Seattle, seeks an experienced Manager of Central Sterilization for its main campus Hospital located in Kirkland, WA and includes a 318-bed medical center, four medical specialty buildings and multiple off site medical practices.
Job Summary:
The Manager provides leadership for the Central Sterilizing & Processing Department and works in collaboration with other team members to support an optimal and efficient surgical services department. The Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations and activities of the Central Sterilizing & Processing for the EvergreenHealth system which includes 17 operating rooms and multiple off site clinics. The Manager coordinates planning, developing, implementing, coaching, and evaluating the daily activities of the CS department while promoting positive customer relations and an atmosphere of team work and professionalism.
Essential Functions:
- Plans and integrates functions and services to support EvergreenHealth's goals and priorities while assuring that the standards of operation of the department are in compliance with the standards set by regulatory agencies, such as the state Department of Health, JC and others.
- Builds effective working relationships throughout the organization with purchasing, distribution, managers, staff, physicians, customers, and suppliers.
- Manages organizational resources with fiscal responsibility to promote effective cost-effective utilization.
- Responsible for the fiscal management of Central Sterilizing & Processing.
- Coordinates and supervises daily Central Sterilizing & Processing operations.
- Consults with department heads to assist them with their sterile reprocessed product needs and transport services.
Qualifications:
License, Certification, Education or Experience:
REQUIRED for the position:
- C.R.C.S.T. certification
- 5 years of experience within Central Sterile Processing, hospital operating room, or equivalent
- 2 years progressive leadership experience in a hospital setting
- Detailed knowledge of identification and proper handling of surgical instrumentation, including assembly of full surgical instrument trays, surgical power equipment, and scopes.
- Demonstrated understanding of financial management and a commitment to the provision of cost-effective healthcare
- Prior experience with oversight of flexible endoscope reprocessing programs and high-level disinfection in a Joint Commission or DNV accredited organization
DESIRED for the position:
- Degree in Nursing, either BSN or MSN
- Experience with LEAN concepts and application in a healthcare environment
- Certification in Endoscope Reprocessing (SGNA, IASCHMM, or equivalent)
To apply, please click on the link below:
Manager of Central Sterilization
Tina Wong, Recruiter 425.899.2628
ctwong@evergreenhealthcare.org
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Ref # 1627-1
September 27, 2019
Hospital/Facility Name: Mount Sinai Health System
Department & Position: Central Sterilization Technician
Name: Mount Sinai South Nassau
Address: One Healthy Way
City/State/Zip: Oceanside, NY 11572
CENTRAL STERILIZATION TECHNICIAN
Mount Sinai South Nassau
Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem
Transcend Your Career to a Higher Level
Oceanside, NY. Situated on the sunny south shore of western Long Island, minutes from Jones Beach and thirty minutes from NYC, is an exceptional Hospital focused on quality and excellence, one that celebrates professional achievement and a passion for patients . . . Mount Sinai South Nassau. The Long Island flagship hospital of the Mount Sinai Health System, Mount Sinai South Nassau is designated a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for outstanding nursing care. South Nassau is one of the region’s largest hospitals, with 455 beds, more than 900 physicians and 3,500 employees. Located in Oceanside, NY, the hospital is an acute-care, not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides state-of-the-art care in cardiac, oncologic, orthopedic, bariatric, pain management, mental health and emergency services.
We are currently seeking full time Certified Central Sterile Technicians to identify, sort, and process materials handled for the Delivery, Operating & Endoscopy Rooms. Must operate required sterilization equipment, communicate to client & departments and perform decontamination activities.
We require:
- High School Diploma/GED/Equivalent
- CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician)
- Minimum of 1-year relevant experience
- Experience in a Hospital setting
- Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and basic medical/surgical supplies.
- Knowledge of sterilization and decontamination procedures.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Great benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance, generous tuition reimbursement, part-time and full-time pensions, vacation and sick days, and much more!
For immediate consideration, please apply online at: www.southnassau.org/sn/careers
Job# 182247 (Full Time), Job# 170950 (Part Time), Job# 182909 (Per Diem).
South Nassau is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status. EOE M/F/D/V.
Ref # 1622-2
September 25, 2019
Hospital/Facility Name: NY Methodist Hospital
Department & Position: Sterile Processing Technician
Work Shift: Any
Address: 3 Maryland Farms, Suite 200
City, State, Zip code: Brentwood, Tennessee 37027
As a Sterile Processing Technician with SpecialtyCare you are responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department following infection control practices. It is your responsibility to ensure client satisfaction while also adhering to the highest quality and compliance standards.
Job Summary
- Assure that the standards of operation of the department comply with the standards set by regulatory agencies, such as the state Department of Health, Joint Commission and other regulatory agencies.
- Sterilize instruments, equipment, linen and supplies using various types of autoclaves. Load autoclaves in prescribed manner and set controls to specified time and temperature according to the type of items being sterilized.
- Complete appropriate documentation records prior to sterilization and after sterilization is completed.
- Assemble all instrument procedure trays, packs, supply carts following prescribed manner using protocol content lists as a guide, mark items with identifying data and distribute or store in designated areas.
- Dispense products requested by verbal, written or telephone requisitions for equipment and supplies.
- Identify and assign priority to emergency requisitions and required supplies and equipment based on knowledge of procedure requested.
- Replace lost or damaged instruments as required to complete the tray.
- Obtain, complete and submit all forms following the prescribed manner to verify appropriate work assignments
- Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in a clean and organized condition to maintain required standards for handling of sterilized, clean materials and equipment.
- May perform other work related duties as assigned..
Contact name: Kimberly Cumberland
Email: kimberly.cumberland@specialtycare.net
Phone number: (615) 345-5597