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Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our FROEDTERT MEN FALLS HOSPITAL facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 1.000000

Shift: Shift 1

Job Summary:

Responsible for the management activities of hospital-based Sterile Processing Department(s)--either FMLH or both CHD campuses (FMFH and FWBH), in providing reprocessing of reusable surgical instrumentation and other medical devices for Surgical Services and other hospital-based departments and ambulatory clinic customers. Management activities include planning, organizing, coordinating, staffing, directing, controlling, and evaluating department operations. Assumes 24-hour operational and technical accountability for activities in compliance with established policies, procedures, and standard work for the Sterile Processing Department(s), including decontamination; preparation, packaging, and disinfection or sterilization; and appropriate transport or sterile storage. Maintains relevant subject matter expertise in medical device reprocessing, and serves as a resource for staff and customers. Sets organizational standards for technical processes; reprocessing workflows; staff training and competency validation; and documentation and record keeping of reprocessing activities. Ensures that applicable regulatory and technical standards of practice regarding medical device reprocessing are interpreted, implemented, and monitored for compliance within the department. Responsible for personnel management and cost effective utilization of resources.

EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:

A minimum of 3 years of work experience in a peri-operative or peri-procedural environment is required, including 1 year minimum in a formal leadership role. In lieu of this, completion of an Administrative Fellowship in Healthcare Administration--with a rotation in Sterile Processing--will be considered.
Experience specific to medical device reprocessing is preferred.

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Health Administration or Nursing is required, or must be completed within one year of hire/promotion. In lieu of this, 5 years minimum leadership experience in a technical or production-based environment will be considered.
Master's degree is preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION:

Knowledge of Infection Control and Prevention; Knowledge of relevant The Joint Commission standards; Knowledge of asepsis, surgical techniques, instruments and patient care equipment. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with various hospital and medical staff and outside vendors when gathering and exchanging information and with subordinates in providing effective leadership. May compile objective and measurable data and produce reports. Required to keep current with industry periodicals and literature. Has Specialized knowledge and technical expertise with sterilization and operating equipment. Competent computer skills including the ability to use Excel to input, organize and analyze data

LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:

Current or previous Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) from the CBSPD is preferred.

Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

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  Paid time off
  


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  Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
  


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  Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
  


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  Referral bonuses
  


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  Retirement plan - 403b
  


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  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
  


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  Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available
  

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.