Sterile Processing Manager - 137396

The Central Sterile Manager 1 applies managerial skills and technical experience to oversee sterile processing department operations. Determines optimal deployment of personnel and resources to achieve quality objectives. Ensures compliance with internal policy and external regulations.

The Central Sterile Manager 1 key responsibilities include: Managing the daily operations in central sterile processing; Manages and oversees subordinate supervisors and staff providing expertise, technical consultation, training, and problem resolution; Ensures adherence to sterile processing policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; Participates in continuous quality and safety assessment programs and process improvement initiatives; Participates in the establishment of quality standards for sterilization, decontamination, and disposal of equipment and supplies; Ensures processes conform to regulatory standards, organizational policies and protocols; Identifies potential opportunities for process improvement and presents recommendations to senior managers.

Analyzes supply levels to ensure cost efficiency, item expiration compliance and appropriate stock; Assists with cost analysis; Responsible for human resources management including recruitment, training, performance management and evaluation, corrective action and retention;

Responsible for system functionality, quality control, regulatory compliance, and resource utilization; Promotes staff development and supports educational strategies that develop competency; Keeps up to date with advances in field; Maintains effective communication with client departments to identify needs, improve efficiency, and support the delivery of high-quality patient care; Others duties as assigned.

This position will support our Jacobs, Koman, and Shiley SPD locations.

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Seven (7+) or more years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated expertise and thorough knowledge of all aspects of sterile processing operations.
• SPM, Management/Leadership and Front line SPD knowledge experience.
• Computer skills - Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.
• Knowledge of Budgets/Finance
• Knowledge of basic SPD policy and AAMI/AORN Standards
• People and communication skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Process improvement skills
• Knowledge and relationship skills

• Central Service Technician certification awarded by a NCCA accredited organization (e.g. IAHCSMM, CBSPD)strongly preferred.

• Must pass a background check.
• Must pass physical, drug screen and TB test.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations with possibility of some weekend cover when needed based on business needs.

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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