Central Sterilization Supervisor **MercyOne** 1 Positions ID: TRHEUS00530732MERCYO Posted On 11/07/2024 **Job Overview** **Employment Type:** Full time **Shift:** **Description:** The Central Sterilization Supervisor is accountable for the direct supervision and coordination of unit operations. Provides leadership and promotes team building amongst the staff. Facilitates communication amongst staff, management, and other customers. Responsible for effective implementation of policies, procedures, and standards. Performs duties in clinical capacity as needed. Supervisor will identify opportunities for standardization and cost containment/reduction. Responsible for identifying physician practice patterns, supply and equipment utilization and staff utilization. Monitors significant departmental trends that can shift/affect the business unit. + Assist with staffing, planning and control of the operational functions in conjunction with the requirements of all areas. + Assume responsibility for the department in the absence of management personnel. + Assist and instruct in the supervision of specialized technical skills requirements and work performance in the department. + Sterilize instruments, equipment, linen, and supplies using various types of autoclaves. + 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. + Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in a clean and organized condition to maintain required standards for handling of sterilized, clean materials and equipment. + Maintain and manage staff productivity. + Responsibility over payroll and staff scheduling. + Apply Lean concepts to the inventory and workflow of the central sterilization area. + Develop, plan and monitor staff competency and continuous educational programs. + Create, update and revise departmental policies and procedures. + Responsible for team talk evaluations on all direct reports in conjunction with OR director. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Mission and Values. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior. Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed. **SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:** Maintains a professional, collaborative work environment so as to foster a positive public image for MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center. Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety, and medical information (i.e., HIPAA, Stark, etc.) Provides a high level of customer responsiveness and serves as a role model to encourage a commitment to customer service. A strong service orientation is required. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical skills. Demonstrated positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, physicians and the community. Demonstrated knowledge of operations, including scheduling, staffing, budget management, workflow planning and staff development. Ability to coordinate efforts with team members within and outside of own department. Knowledge of data-management software applications. Ability to systematically trouble-shoot application problems and coordinate resolution. Strong customer-support skills. **WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** The working conditions are noisy. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. (5% of time) a day. Exposure to body fluids on daily basis. Exposure to ethylene oxide on a daily basis. Must be able to see at a near visual acuity level. Must be able to speak. Must be able to hear speech. Must adhere to applicable organizational requirements on an annual basis for Employee Health Directives. **MINIMUM EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:** Bachelor's degree strongly recommended and/or CS or management experience. Certified Registered Central Service Technician required within 2 years of hire. Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire. **Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion** Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Primary Contact 1682448195899 Jessica Schleuning Talent Acquisition Partners, Human Resources 563-589-9671 Phone Phone Phone 563-589-9673 Fax jessica.schleuning@mercyhealth.com Email True True True **Job Details** Categories Health Care Sciences Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Company ID 1154 Job REQ # TRHEUS00530732MERCYONEENUS \# Positions 1 Start Date 20241107 End Date 20241209 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Central Sterilization Tech MercyOne Shift Supervisor - 2nd shift - ICF Hills & Dales House Supervisor MercyOne Grounds Supervisor Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens **Share this Job** MercyOne **About the Company** MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center is a not-for-profit Catholic hospital serving the tri-state area of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin since 1879. MercyOne – Dubuque has 263 beds while MercyOne – Dyersville is a critical access hospital with 25 beds and a 40-bed nursing home. MercyOne offers a full range of acute care services, including invasive cardiology and open-heart surgery, Level II trauma center, Level II regional neonatal intensive care unit, general and orthopedic surgery, psychiatric services and inpatient physical rehabilitation. MercyOne also operates two hospital-based skilled nursing units, extensive outpatient rehabilitation services, home health care, retail pharmacy and a wide range of outpatient, community and business services. MercyOne’s 1,500 full- and part-time employees and medical staff of 230 care for more than 56,000 inpatients and outpatients each year. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and achieved Magnet designation, the gold standard of patient care, in 2004 and was redesignated a Magnet hospital for the fourth time in 2019. MercyOne Dubuque/Dyersville Medical Center is a ministry organization of Trinity Health based in Novi, Michigan. MercyOne is an organization that values and encourages diversity. To learn more about MercyOne and opportunities for employment, please see the postings listed on this site or visit our website mercyone.org.