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If you're looking for a medical center that combines state-of-the-art resources with a commitment to providing personal, compassionate care, look no further than Aurora Medical Center - Oshkosh.

We are recruiting an experienced and thoughtful leader into the role of Supervisor, Sterile Processing. This is a full-time day shift position supporting the daily operations of this dedicated team of SPD techs.

Pay Range:

Major Responsibilities:

Daily Supervisory Operations
1)Coordinates the daily scheduling of staff and arranges for coverage as indicated filling in the gaps where necessary. Maintains daily and monthly schedules, along with PTO approval.
2)Schedules and leads departmental huddles/meetings. Develops the agenda and distributes all minutes to SPD staff/OR management. Ensuring that all staff adhere to the Behaviors of Excellence
3)To meet productivity requirements of department will monitor daily Adapt results by ensuring staff's accuracy and timeliness of assigned tasks.
4)Recognizes and encourages staff involvement in departmental; committees. Interacts with OR management, physicians, and service line team leaders to facilitate process improvement initiatives.
5)Performs data collection, determines projects, analyzes trends and presents action plans to management. Identifies opportunities for improvement; leads and/or participates in team effort to improve work processes, and delegates resources to support efforts.
6)Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives. Follows and monitors appropriate safety and infection control measures pertaining to equipment/instruments, and the general working environment. Promptly acts on any reports of safety issues within the area.
7)Takes a leadership role in patient satisfaction initiatives. Serves as a role model for meeting the needs and expectations of patients, associates, and physicians while upholding all policies and procedures of Advocate Health Care/Advocate Sherman Hospital.

Demonstrate the ability to ensure the quality and accuracy of departmental procedures by coordinating and monitoring daily activities within the department:

1)Provides appropriate staffing levels as indicated by case load and department needs, following the staffing plan.
2)Assigns staff to work areas according to staff skill levels and department needs. Staffing as needed in the event of illness or absence.
4)Maintains the flow of work within the Sterile Processing Department.
5)Assigns and monitors break/meal schedules.
6)Assures timeliness of instrument processing, turn around, and case cart assembly.
7)Initiates and reinforces positive interdepartmental communications to insure quality outcomes for patient care.
8)Monitors and assists with turnover time activities.
9)Works with SPD lead/educator to ensures inventory. Maintains and updates equipment and case carts.
10)Works in clinical area
Human Resources Management
1)Supervises associates including interviewing, participating in hiring decisions, assessing and improving clinical competency, evaluating, and counseling.
2)Responsible for the discipline of employees with the assistance and approval of the SPD Manager.
3)Maintains current and accurate records on each SPD associate.
4)Works with SPD Lead/educator for ensuring that all associates are fully competent. Aids in annual development plan for associates and identifies areas where staff needs to grow their skills to meet Key Result Area goals and patient safety. Helps complete annual competency assessments in a timely manner. Works with staff on plans for professional development.
Operational Planning
1)Responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures relative to the department along with the SPD Manager.
2)Participates in the development of annual operational goals and budgets for the department. Works with SPD manager for implementing strategies to meet goals and budget targets outlined in the plans.
Supports the Nursing Divisions philosophy of Shared Governance and the goals of the patient care unit, Sherman Hospital and the Advocate System

Education/Experience Required:
High School diploma 3 to 4 years of Sterile Processing experience and/or Surgical Technician 3 years of lead/coordinator experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Excellent communication skills Ability to delegate assignments efficiently Proficient computer skills including reports Must be able to make prompt and effective decisions Ability to instruct/teach others Ability to work in a stressful environment Ability to work with divers staff Ability to act in a lead capacity Experience in operating sterilizer and monitoring equipment
Current Certification as a Central Service Technologist/Surgical Technician
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
1. Frequent contact with blood and body fluids 2. TB testing yearly 3. Hepatitis testing at hire 4. Ability to respond quickly to emergency situation with full motor function 5. Strength and dexterity to handle sterilization equipment and supplies 6. Ability to physical respond to fire, trauma and disaster 7. Flexibility of work hours to meet the needs of the department 8. May be exposed to hazardous materials
Heavy lifting (approximately 40-50 lbs)
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.