Posted:
6/2/2024, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Missouri, United States ⋅ Nablus, West Bank, Palestinian Territories ⋅ West Bank, Palestinian Territories ⋅ Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Saint Luke's Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Manger in our Sterile Processing Department. This position is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the daily activities of the Sterile Processing Department which services Main OR, Neuro OR, CVOR, L&D and 26 hospital-based clinics.
5+ years of experience required and Associate's Degree preferred.
Ensures department operations meet AAMI standards, manufacturers IFUs, benchmarks for key performance indicators, and regulatory standards pertaining to sterile processing.
Functions as an SPD expert utilizing best practices for all sterile processing including high level disinfection throughout the hospital and hospital-based clinics.
Develop, review and revise policies pertaining to sterile processing including high level disinfection for all departments of the hospital and hospital based clinics.
Demonstrates and remains current with specialized knowledge of instrument care and sterilization standards.
Ensures strict adherence of bacteriologic testing and storage of records according to federal, state, and local agencies.
Identifies opportunities and applies principles of performance improvement to achieve meaningful improvement within the department and with other service areas, as appropriate.
Identifies and coordinates unit-specific education, reference resources and training to meet the to ensure ongoing competency of staff.
Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by taking ownership and ongoing evaluation of the SPD equipment, supplies, throughput of items/instrumentation, key performance indicators, staffing, time management, decreasing waste and promoting cost effectiveness.
Communicate effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, unit staff, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care and to meet the needs of the customers we serve.
Why Saint Luke’s?
We are dedicated to innovation and always looking for ways to improve.
We offer a Career Advancement Program to expand your skills and grow your career.
We believe in creating a collaborative environment where all voices are heard.
We are here for you and will support you in achieving your goals.
Saint Luke’s offers competitive salaries and benefits packages to all of their employees, click here to find out more.
"The best place to get care. The best place to give care." That is the Saint Luke's vision and, whether in a hospital, clinic, practice, or office, our more than 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Saint Luke's employees are proud of our rich history and heritage, and that we remain the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who always strive for excellence in patient care. Take this opportunity to do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive work space where all voices matter.
Applicable Experience:
3-5 yearsCert Sterile Processing Technician - VariousThe best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke’s 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke’s means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.
Join the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Website: https://saintlukeskc.org/
Headquarter Location: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1882
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Health Care ⋅ Health Diagnostics ⋅ Hospital ⋅ Non Profit