Sterile Processing Coordinator

Compensation

Salary Range: $29.09 - $40.50 per hour

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Responsibilities

The Sterile Processing Coordinator maintains appropriate levels of sterile supplies, equipment and instruments to ensure to efficient flow of daily surgical schedules. Teaches and monitors Quality Assurance protocols and assist in ensuring regulatory compliance. Assists the manager in daily operations of the department.

Qualifications

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Sterile Processing Certification

Five (5) years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in an acute care facility

Preferred:

Previous training or supervisory experience

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Inventories and reorders instruments and supplies.

Performs all required quality assurance tests on equipment and maintains daily records and reports.

Ensures all items are processed with the highest quality standards.

Collaborates with department managers to plan for upcoming requirements.

Utilizes resources to assess and anticipate department needs.

Responsible for ongoing education as it relates to daily operations, including assessment of instrumentation skills, training technicians on proper decontaminations, sterilization and case cart assembly.

Trains employees and maintains department specific competencies.

Serves as a resource person in developing competencies for the department.

Responsible for orientation of new employees.

Serves as a mentor in the department.

Assists in implementing and maintaining infection control needs.

Collaborates with manager to provide a conductive environment for employees to accomplish their work.

Assists manager in the evaluation of processes and assists in the implementation of interventions, modifications and improvement of these processes.

Performs other duties as assigned.

When it comes to quality, we're 5 Star!

Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on – and answer to – the communities we serve.

Community Memorial Hospital – Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction!

Community Memorial Healthcare Benefits

To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Healthcare takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That’s why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family’s health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMH has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMH is here for you and your family every step of the way.

Competitive Pay

Shift Differentials

In-House Registry Rates

Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage

Voluntary Worksite Benefits

Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Recognition programs

Employee service recognition events

Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts

National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations

Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. We strive to promote an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work in our community.

“We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer”

FT-Full Time