Job Information
Kaiser Permanente Sterile Processing Manager in Hillsboro, Oregon
Job Summary:
To manage, direct, integrate and coordinate all aspects of sterile/medical instrument processing for equipment, supplies and services within the NW region in support of the Mission of the Program, ensuring a safe and cost-effective operation that is in compliance with all regulatory agencies.
Essential Responsibilities:
Manage and organize instrument processing services in the Northwest Region in a cost-effective manner; develop and administer operating and capital budgets; establish and monitor performance guidelines and adjust when necessary; ensure maximum service to the Region with allocated funds; develop programs, policies and procedures designed to enhance budget performance. Maintain an ongoing process to identify, evaluate and implement cost restructuring activities. Develop and maintain a method of assessing and reporting cost effectiveness within instrument processing. Design and administer programs and controls to ensure security and effective management of the Regions assets to include: medical instrumentation, processing equipment, inventory of supplies.
Organize and deliver sterile/medical instrument processing resources across a broad spectrum of locations and requirements. Develop and implement policies and procedures. Incorporate and negotiate programs to serve individual facility needs in conjunction with regional goals and objectives.
Develop and recommend strategic plans for improvement or expansion of sterile/medical instrument processing throughout the Region. Design and administer programs and controls. Set policy and procedure in collaboration with identified stakeholders; serve as program advisor for sterile/medical instrument processing for new facilities, remodels, and shifts in procedure requiring use of medical instrumentation.
Direct and develop the quality of sterile/medical instrument processing services by creating and organizing policies, procedures and quality standards and provide continuing Quality Assurance to ensure consistency in practice and application. Develop training for sterile/ medical instrument processing and conduct audits on a regular basis.
Investigate and research needs of the customer base throughout the Region and provide appropriate service levels. Develop, direct, and assure sterile/medical instrument processing services which remain fluid and able to respond quickly to a changing environment. Problem solve systems and operations issues.
Develop and implement policies, procedures and guidelines to maximize the effective use of personnel. Ensure an effective level of cooperation with Union business agents, shop stewards and employees; analyze and adjust personnel policies to assure maximum internal/external harmony. Evaluate and revise staffing requirements as necessary.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Minimum two (2) years of leadership/supervisory/management experience.
Minimum three (3) years of sterile processing.
Education
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
- Registered Central Service Technician Certificate within 6 months of hire OR Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution - Technician Certification within 6 months of hire
Additional Requirements:
Demonstrated project management.
Demonstrated effective communicator both written and oral.
Proficient with automated systems.
Proven skills in teambuilding, problem-solving and creativity.
Leadership.
Able to effectively read organizational climate.
Demonstrated ability to conduct business in a complex, multi-departmental organizational structure, work with all levels of management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum ten (10) years in Managed Healthcare.
Working knowledge of the Kaiser Permanente system.
Certification: Sterile Instrument Processing Technician.
Working knowledge of remote sterile processing plants and transportation needs as well as inpatient ORs.
Bachelors degree or higher in related healthcare field.
Notes:
- Hours may vary depending on needs.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Sterile Processing Manager
LOCATION: Hillsboro, Oregon
REQNUMBER: 1287179
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.