Job Description
Summary
Reports to the Director, Patient Care Services. Manages the sterile preparation, distribution and storage of surgical supplies and equipment. Manages, organizes and administers assigned associates and department resources and processes. Ensures smooth interaction between Sterile Processing, Surgery and other departments. Ensures optimal sterile processing performance; through quality control and quality assurance of all Sterile Processing activities and equipment. Monitors and reports equipment operational status. Recommends equipment changes, upgrades and additions to meet manufacturers' instructions for use (IFU) for all items processed. Assures departmental standards of operation and policies are in compliance with regulatory and professional agencies, including but not limited to CMS, TCJ, AAMI, AORN, APIC.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS