Supv_Sterile Processing Jefferson Highway

Required - High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred - Graduation from an accepted program in surgical technology or a bachelor's degree in surgical technology.

Required - 3 years of experience working with and leading teams.

Preferred - 2 years of experience in sterile processing.

Preferred - Experience working as a scrub tech or surgical tech in a hospital.

Preferred - Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST),

Certified Sterile Processing Department Technician (CSPDT), or

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST).

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to be self-directed, organized and goal oriented.

• Leadership and motivational skills and ability to develop employees.

• Ability to demonstrate good judgment and function calmly in handling difficult situations.

• Analytical skills and ability to evaluate supply utilization and determine most effective inventory levels.

• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.

• Leads services that support the preoperative process by supervising staff, leading the daily operations of the department and communicating pertinent information.

• Manages supply, instrumentation and equipment distribution to user areas to ensure inventory levels are sufficient to meet patient care/user demands while maintaining cost.

• Performs proper handling and reporting of inventory transactions of supplies and equipment.

• Trains and develops staff while ensuring employees are motivated to achieve functional objectives.

• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.