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10/6/26Sparrow Hospital

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Job ID: 56036

Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job:

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Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Supervises work activities of all Caregivers in Sterile Process (CSS) Department. Responsible for department function and staff activities in the absence of the Department Manager.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Provide direction, training, and continual guidance to supervisory staff and Caregivers.
• Responsible to see that work assignments are carried out within established guidelines.
• Monitors daily individual performance and resource utilization and is accountable for the results.
• Maintains an atmosphere that supports and encourages high performance, teamwork, and continual improvement of all associates.
• Monitors customer satisfaction and initiates corrective actions.
• Assists in development of departmental budget and goals.
• Assists Caregivers with duties as needed
• Initiate and lead department with quality assurance, and process improvement

Job Requirements

General Requirements Required Responsibilities of the Caregiver: • Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. • Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). • Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. • Adheres to established best practices (i.e. Rounding, Thank You Notes, AIDET, etc.). • Demonstrates commitment to safety by establishing an environment in which safety issues are promptly reported and appropriate actions are taken. • Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases. Work Experience • 1 year clinical experience in Surgical Services. • Minimum of 3 years of Sterile Processing experience Education Education: • Associate degree OR High School Diploma and three years' experience clinical experience in Sterile Processing License / Certification: • Certification in Sterile Processing through The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or grandfathered in if hired or transferred before July 1, 2007. Specialized Knowledge and Skills Skills & Abilities: • Strong oral and written communication skills • Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Preferred: • Bachelor's degree

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Management/Professional

Requirements:

Shift

• Days

Days Degree Type / Education Level

• High School / GED

High School / GED Status

• Full-time

Full-time Facility

• Sparrow Hospital

Sparrow Hospital Experience Level

• 4-9 Years

4-9 Years

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