STERILE PROCESSING MANAGER

Company: Sutter Health
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: September 29, 2024

Job Description:

Organization:PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PADPosition Overview:Manages and provides operational leadership to an assigned clinical department(s) or program. Plans and organizes 24/7 operations and resources to ensure effective and efficient delivery of ancillary services to patient care consistent with applicable laws, standards and regulations. Establishes protocols and practices, ensuring compliance with department, affiliate, operating unit, and/or system standards, policies and procedures, The Joint Commission(TJC) standards, and applicable laws and regulations. Takes a strategic and tactical approach in identifying best practices and standardizing workflows/processes, and developing plans of action to implement changes. Establishes and manages capital and operational budgets to achieve financial targets via effective utilization of personnel, resources and supplies. Develops and maintains a solid partnership with internal and external peers, leaders, and/or local/state/federal agencies to facilitate and collaborate on initiatives or issues resolution. Provides guidance and/or direct intervention in resolving challenging or complex situations.Job Description :EDUCATION:Bachelor's or equivalent education/experienceCERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:CRCST-Certified Registered Central Service TechnicianOR CSPM-Certified Sterile Processing ManagementOR CSPDT-Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution TechnicianTYPICAL EXPERIENCE:8 years of recent relevant experience.SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:Solid understanding of operations and workflows and how department's process/workflow impacts other department operations.Demonstrates understanding of business and operational requirements.Demonstrates leadership skills, including team building, and coaching/mentoring with the ability to motivate and engage others.Demonstrates solid clinical proficiency and knowledge to effectively plan and coordinate department activities consistent with applicable laws, standards and regulations.Working knowledge and thorough understanding of state/federal/local and/or accreditation standards and requirements as it relates to operations and organization, with the ability to interpret and implement applicable standards and requirements.Demonstrates understanding of healthcare financial environment.Demonstrates ability to develop and manage a budget.Demonstrates tactical and analytical thinking and planning skills, and is able to develop plan to accomplish objectives, identify obstacles and resolve operational issues.Knowledge of emerging trends and how they impact operations.Ability to build and establish effective working partnership with employees, peers and/or leaders to achieve business objectives.Demonstrates ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues.Verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to handle difficult circumstances and make sound business decisions with minimal direction.Demonstrates ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with changing business priorities.Organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects while delivering quality service and achieving business results.Demonstrates a customer service focus in all decisions and actions.Demonstrates ability to work/interact with a diverse population while respecting cultural and linguistic differences and fostering an inclusive work environment.Working knowledge of wage and hour laws.Ability to use essential software and applications associated with the role's duties and responsibilities.Job Shift:DaysSchedule:Full TimeShift Hours:8Days of the Week:Monday - Friday, VariableWeekend Requirements:Rotating WeekendsBenefits:YesUnions:NoPosition Status:ExemptWeekly Hours:40Employee Status:RegularNumber of Openings:1Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Pay Range is $55.35 to $83.03 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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