Assistant Director, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Sterile Processing

University Health System- San Antonio

$80K — $95K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required.
  • Minimum of 3 years in an acute sterile processing department.
  • At least 1 year of experience with Joint Commission or similar audits.
  • 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
  • Current Sterile Processing Technician certification required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee surgical instrumentation reprocessing functions, including collection and sterilization.
  • Manage surgical instrument inventory and support departmental activities.
  • Ensure compliance with departmental budget and resource allocation.
  • Collaborate with other departments to maintain efficient equipment availability.
  • Model and promote excellence in customer service for staff and constituents.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and growth.
  • Collaborative work environment across departments.
  • Role impacts patient care quality and safety.
  • Engagement in compliance and regulatory standards.
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible to and under the supervision of the Director of Sterile Processing. Directs services and departments in providing patient care equipment and surgical instrumentation reprocessing functions including; collection, decontamination, assembly, sterilization, high-level disinfection and distribution Responsible for oversight of the surgical instrument inventory and supplies supporting departmental activities. Serves as subject matter expert and resource for product reprocessing needs. Develops and ensures compliance with departmental budget. Manages fixed departmental equipment and plant property. Works collaboratively with other departments and units to ensure efficient, safe and effective instrument and equipment availability. Models excellence in customer service, ensuring the highest standards for both internal and external constituent satisfaction.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree is required. Education and work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Three years of experience in an acute sterile processing department is required. Minimum of one year of experience in preparing for Joint Commission, local, state and/or federal surveys/audits. Two years of supervisory experience, management education preferred. Current Sterile Processing Technician certification required.

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