Team Leader Sterile Processing
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DescriptionSummary:Position will be the Team Leader for the Sterile Processing Department, responsible for the evening operation of the department. This includes supervising employees in the coordination, monitoring, and deployment of SPD products for procedures occurring during the evening, and preparing SPD products for the next day's OR cases.Responsibilities:Responsible for the evening operation for the department, where employees are supervised in the decontamination and sterilization of products and instruments.Coordinates the staff preparation of instrument and supply case picks for the next day's OR cases, using the modified cart system.When necessary, performs manual and physical duties of a CSS Technician.Maintains standards for sterilization per Joint Commission and regulatory agencies during evening hours.Prepares work assignments for staff during evening shift.Monitors and educates staff on the use of pick tickets and case cards to ensure 100% accuracy and completion of case carts.Transfers critical information on status of sterilization, supplies, and instruments to the department manager.Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.Performs other duties as assigned.Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENTOther Information:Required: High School, Certified Sterile Processing.Minimum Experience: Three years.Associate's Degree preferred.Working Conditions:Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterityOccupational: Significant occupational riskPhysical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. forcePhysical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.Credentials:STERILECompany: Danbury HospitalOrg Unit: 216Department: Sterile ProcessingExempt: NoSalary Range: $20.23 - $37.56 HourlyWe are an equal opportunity employerQualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-###-#### (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.