Sterile Processing Manager at Oregon Health & Science University

Department OverviewThis position assists the CSPD Director in planning organizing managing and directing the activities over 4Sterile Processing Units located in KPV DCH CHH2 and MPV GI addition this position is responsible for monitoring and maintaining compliance in sterilization and/or high level disinfectionstandards of practice for the entire organization.This position establishes and maintains effective relationships with the Perioperative leadership team surgicalstaff physicians administration other departments and external agencies to identify expectations determinetargets design or modify processes and monitor and evaluate the results leading to additional improvement.Function/Duties of PositionHuman Resources ManagementCollaborates with the CSPD leaderhip team and Human Resources in therecruitment and retention of staff.Oversees coordinates and collaborates with department Educator in stafftraining and ensure maintenance of competency to ensure adequate skill levelswithin the departmentManages human resources according to the hospital policies and procedures labor laws and collective bargaining contract. Works closely with the CSPD leadership team in ensuring the correct contract interpretation timely completion of staff performance appraisals institutingprogressive discipline appropriately and responding to grievances. Collaborates with the CSPD leadership team in resolving work related issues such as attendance performance interpersonal conflicts schedules work loads and personal concerns related to work. Works closely with the CSPD leadership team in the completion of all mandatory education requirements continuing education in-services certification requirements regulatory requirements and other activities within established timelines. Serves as a professional role model and mentor to staff by responding positively to change while supporting the organization and/or department throughout the change process. Maintains personal and professional growth and contributes to the professional development of staff.Supports the SystemAssists and supports the CSPD Director in the planning growth and expansionof the department to include new techniques technology and processes.Works collaboratively with the other Managers/Supervisors in managing thescheduling and allocation of staffing resources throughout the four CSPDsites.Works collaboratively with other Perioperative managers in creating a unitedleadership team for day-to-day operations and future goals.Participates as a leader facilitator and/or member of managementmeetings/committees and other organization-wide meetings.Creates a positive climate for organizational change initiatives.Acts as an internal and external role model in supporting promoting andadhering to OHSUs mission vision philosophy and Code of ConductCommunicates in a respectful non-blaming manner to assure intra- and inter-departmental cooperation and problem-solving.Adheres to and assures compliance within scope of responsibility with OHSUCode of Conduct OHSU policies rules and regulations.Performs staff member requirements as outlined in the Compliance Section of the Core Competencies. Incorporates the principles of OHSUs Mission Statement into performanceFiscal ManagementAssist and support the CSPD Director in developing and monitoring the departmental operating budget by meeting budget submission deadlines andexpectations monitoring and reporting variances and meeting or exceedingbudget expectations.Continually assesses opportunities for increasing productivity by setting productivity standards and goals and monitoring for compliance and benchmarks.Works collaboratively with the CSPD Director in identifying requesting and utilizing all resources (space capital equipment personnel etc.) in a fiscallysound and organizationally efficient and effective manner by meeting capitalbudget submission deadlines and expectations developing and maintainingstaffing plans and appropriately utilizing and requesting space.Required QualificationsBachelors Degree or the equivalent of a combination of education and Sterile Processing experience.Certification as CRCST (HSPA) or CSPDT (CBSPD)Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or lead role in Sterile ProcessingJob Related KnowledgeSkills and Abilities(Competencies):Demonstrated management and leadership experience. Demonstrated ability to accomplish goals and objectives Demonstrated communication interpersonal and conflict resolution skills Demonstrated organizational skills Demonstrated problem solving skills Demonstrated leadership skills Demonstrated fiscal/budgetary skills Demonstrated project management skillsDemonstrated knowledge of LEAN methodology thinking and practiceMust be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodationPreferred QualificationsMasters DegreeCertification in Healthcare Leadership (CHL) Certification in Instrument Specialist (CIS) Certification in Endoscope Reprocessing (CFER/CER)Additional DetailsThis position will supervise the activities and responsibilities of the CSPD Dayshift staff. Flexibility inworking hours that may extend more than 8 hours a day or 40 hours a week as needed.Benefits:Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employeeTwo separate above market pension plans to choose fromVacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of serviceSick Leave- up to 96 hours per year8 paid holidays per yearSubstantial Tri-met and C-Tran discountsAdditional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)All are welcomeOregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at or Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Freelance Writing,Lab,DCS,Investment,Administration Support,Import & Export Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1