Why become part of the CSPD Team at Michigan Medicine?
To plan, prepare, coordinate and supervise the sterile instrument processing functions and activities for Central Sterile Processing Department.
- Directs the daily supervision of all shift work (receiving, decontamination, cleaning, assembly, sterilization and distribution of surgical or procedural instruments and packs).
- Schedules staff assignments on a daily basis. Assists the CSPD manager with monthly staff schedule.
- Assures adherence to all quality systems, checks and measures.
- Assists the manager with all hiring, evaluation, counseling and termination of staff.
- Communicates in a professional manner both verbally and in writing to all hospital staff and company employees.
- Maintains safety standards to assure compliance with University, state and federal codes or regulations.
- Responsible for employee productivity, employee presence in the workplace, and employee adherence to break times.
- Provide disciplinary action in accordance with applicable policies and collective bargaining agreements in consultation with the CSPD Manager and Human Resources.
- Accurately maintains and approves employee timekeeping systems and records in accordance with institutional requirements and applicable policies and regulations.
- Supervises staff in compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements, University policies, and departmental procedures.
- Coordinates workflow and services between departments.
- Assists in the resolution of operating problems.
- Integrates ethical principles, professional standards, and evidence-based practice in all aspects of practice.
- Participates in committees, task forces, projects, and other meetings.
- Assists with conducting competency assessments and maintaining educational and/or clinical files appropriate to role.
- Leads and participates in in-services and educational offerings.
- Promotes a safe and healthy work environment.
- Understands and facilitates the initiation and adoption of change and Lean principles.
- Demonstrates flexibility and maintains confidentiality.
- Monitors and maintains sterilization documentation.
- Assures parameters of sterilization are met and instruments are safe for use.
- Initiates sterilizer load recall as indicated and completes all safety reporting documentation.
- Assures that all equipment is properly maintained, and testing is properly documented.
- Conducts quality assurance audits and assists with preparation of departmental reports.
- Monitor and maintain department inventory and supplies.
- Collaborate with and act as a liaison with other departments to support and facilitate safe and effective patient care.
- Provide consultation, support, assistance.
- Networking/information gathering.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
- Current certification through CBSPD or HSPA
- HS Diploma or equivalent
- A minimum of three years of experience in sterile processing
- Extensive knowledge of OR and clinical instrumentation
- Demonstrated competency in Excel, Word and Outlook
- Ability to demonstrate University of Michigan Health Care customer service standards and behaviors.
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