Surgical Sterile Processing Supervisor
- Full-Time
- Tampa, FL
- Tampa General Hospital
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Tampa General Hospital was named the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2021, and recognized as one of America's Best Hospital's in five medical specialties: Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Nephrology, and Orthopedics. Tampa General Hospital has been designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the highest recognition for nursing excellence, for the fourth consecutive time – an accomplishment that fewer than one percent of hospitals nationwide have earned. TGH is accredited by The Joint Commission and was awarded disease-specific certification in five medical specialties. TGH is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). *Air transport provided by Metro Aviation, Inc. Department ProfileThe Surgical Services department performs over 34,000 surgeries and approximately 8,000 GI Procedures annually in 50 operating rooms in five locations on TGH's main campus. The five locations include the Main Operating Rooms, CVTOR Operating Rooms, Endoscopy Suite, 6K, and 4K. As a Level I Trauma Center, some of the most complex and challenging surgeries in the nation take place here. The main operating suite contains 21 ORs, which includes an integrated MRI suite, dedicated trauma rooms and a specialized Burn OR (in the Burn Unit). The hospital also has a pre-admission Testing Center, 17-bay Surgical Prep Unit and 29-bay PACU. The Cardiovascular Transplant operating rooms have nine ORs, including a state-of-the-art hybrid OR, Da Vinci Xi robot and nine pre-op/post-op bays. Also included in the other locations are eight GI (Endoscopy) suites, seven OR suites and 23 pre-op/post-op bays in 6K. The Surgery Center houses nine operating rooms and 27 pre-post bays. The 4K Operating Room has four ORs, including an IVF suite for embryo transfers and retrievals. Job Sumamry
Under supervision of the Sterile Processing Manager and following established policies, procedures, and guidelines assumes the responsibility for leadership of the decontamination, instrument assembly and wrapping, processing, and case cart area. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital. Responsible for monitoring staff performance and productivity requirements. Monitor the daily flow and needs from the Surgical Service department, hospital floor units, and TMG clinics. Interacts directly with the operating room staff, floor staff, medical staff, and vendors. Responsible for collecting and analyzing departmental data. Makes suggestions and implements process improvement strategies. Incorporates the use of Culture Care at all times and leads staff in the use of Culture Care behavioral expectations.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or G.E.D required.
- Four (4) years sterile processing and/or operating room experience required.
- CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certification and CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist) certification required.
- Two (2) years of sterile processing supervisory experience or equivalent experience preferred.
- Ability to directs, lead & discipline staff.
- Proficient with MS Office products & MMIS to run reports, analyze data, & present information in clear format.
- Demonstrates higher level of knowledge of inventory, stocking, dispensing, & processing of medical supplies