Assistant Director - Sterile Processing - Split Shift - Elmhurst, Ny

Job Summary

Working as an Assistant Director, you will be responsible for directing and leading all aspects of the operational needs of the sterile processing department. You will coordinate the tasks of the department associates, as well as assist in staff training and development. You will serve as a liaison between administration and hospital departments and deliver the highest possible level of service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains the cleanliness of work areas
• Prioritizes, schedules, assigns, and monitors work of the staff to optimize operational service
• Sterilizes instruments, equipment, and supplies; handles and stores instruments, equipment, and supplies appropriately
• Performs duties of Central Supply technician as vital
• Supervises the requisitioning, sorting, labeling, and issuance of professional equipment
• Ensures sterilization activities are accurately detailed and participates in the maintenance of department records
• Coordinates sterilization, assembly, and storage of medical supplies and equipment
• Coordinates Central Supply/Services with operating room functions and nursing unit/area functions and other user departments in order to provide services promptly and efficiently
• Interprets policies, procedures, standards, and regulations as is appropriate to personnel/nursing and medical staff
• Maintains established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, Quality Assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards
• Prioritizes, directs, and coordinates functions and activities in the Sterile Processing Department (SPD)
• Prepares work schedules, assigns personnel, evaluates work performance, and makes recommendations for personnel action
• Ensures staff compliance with sterilization techniques, policies, and procedures
• Participates in and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3 to 5 years of dynamically responsible experience in Central Sterile operations unit or similar work required
• Good work ethic, strong drive and initiative for quality and customer service
• Ability to function appropriately under stressful conditions
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership; experience managing and training hourly staff
• Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations with all levels in the organization
• Excellent problem-solving skills both one-on-one and in group situations
• Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software such as MS Office
• CRCST or any other applicable sterile processing certification required

Positions at this location require proof of COVID-19 vaccination, boosters, and/or regular COVID testing. Where permitted by law, applicants who are offered a position for this location may be asked about their vaccination status, which must meet minimum business requirements. All religious, medical, or other legally recognized exemptions regarding vaccination status will be considered.