Manager, Sterile Processing
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Seattle, OR - USA
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Job Summary
Job Description
WORK SCHEDULE
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
The CENTRAL PROCESSING MANAGER will report to the Director of Perioperative Services. Under general supervision the CPU Manager is responsible for directing the hospitals Central Processing Unit in providing equipment and sterilized instrumentation to the hospital. The Central Processing Manager will also ensure the department will meet or exceed the JCAHO requirements and that the department be maintained in a cost effective manner. Oversee and manage the activities of Central Processing its functions operations and services which include central decontamination and sterile processing of reusable instruments and equipment used throughout the medical center. Establish policies and procedures related to central decontamination and sterilization. Serve as a positive role model to facilitate and improve department performance and activities demonstrating effective communication skills with peers leads staff department managers and guest to create an efficient workflow and team atmosphere.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assure the standards of operation of the department are in compliance with the standards set by regulatory agencies such as the state Department of Health Joint Commission and other regulatory agencies.
- Design implement and evaluate systems to support patient care. Collaborate and promote team building with all disciplines and departments.
- Mentor coach and develop Central Sterile Technicians.
- Respond promptly to department needs.
- Monitor employee productivity. Provide staffing appropriate for workload and case volume. Track use of instruments and loss prevention efforts.
- Hire supervise counsel discipline and terminate staff in collaboration with the Operative Services in writing reviewing and revising department/service policies and procedures.
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist or Materials Management Program with 5 years experience
- Two years experience in a hospital management position Materials Management
- Demonstrated management and leadership skills related to the above tasks.
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the regions only Level I Trauma center Harborview Medical Center is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma Burn Neurosciences AIDS/STD CARER and mentally and medically vulnerable addition to the centers of emphasis HMC serves a mission population for King County. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community as well as the entire Northwest region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UWs School of Medicine.
All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.
Compensation Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$108000.00 annualPay Range Maximum:
$132000.00 annualOther Compensation:
Relocation may be provided to qualifying new hiresBenefits:
For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not ApplicableAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
Required Experience:
Manager
