SUPV, CARE CENTER SUPPLY

Scripps is a not-for-profit, community-based health care delivery network in San Diego, California, that includes five acute-care hospitals, more than 2,600 affiliated physicians, an extensive ambulatory care network, home health care and associated support services. As a result of the July 2000 reaffiliation with Scripps Clinic, Scripps now has approximately 10,000 employees and also cares for patients at 12 Scripps Clinic locations throughout San Diego County.Division: Scripps HospitalsDepartment: MED SUPPLIES SOLD TO PATIENTJob Type: Full-TimeShift Type: DaysShift Hours: 8 Hr ShiftPosition Profile: Responsible for the Operating Room Sterile Processing Department. Must have a thorough knowledge of the sterilization process, including decontamination, assembly, packaging, sterilization, and storage of instrumentation and equipment. Must have a thorough understanding of quality control testing and all appropriate corrective actions to take if necessary. Must be knowledgeable in all methods of disinfection and sterilization. Must be knowledgeable in infection control principles and practices. Must also have knowledge of microbiology principles and surgical asepsis. Works collaboratively with nursing personnel in the OR and hospital services, medical staff administration to ensure that quality patient care is delivered. Duties include, hiring, on-going training, evaluating and counseling of personnel, setting and maintaining optimal standards for sterility assurance, and developing and maintaining a safe and organized professional environment. Must have knowledge of allocating and managing fiscal and human resources. Must have a thorough understanding of all applicable accreditation and regulatory standards, including AORN, AAMI, OSHA, and JCAHO. Prefer some knowledge in Materiels Management procurement and distribution. Will serve as back-up for Materiels Manager. Demonstrates ability to perform competencies as outlined in unit based Competency Assessment tools. Demonstrates age-specific care as established for area and job title.SCRIPPS VALUESWe provide the highest quality of service.Scripps is committed to putting the patient first and quality is our passion. In the new world of health care, we want to anticipate the causes of illness and encourage health behavior for all who rely on us for service. We teach and encourage patients to participate in their care and to make well-informed decisions. We will be their advocate when they are most vulnerable. We measure our success by our patients’ satisfaction, their return to health and well-being, and our compassionate care for dying patients, their families ad friends.We demonstrate complete respect for the rights of every individual.Scripps honors the dignity of all persons, and we show this by our actions toward one another and those we serve. We embrace the diversity that allows us to draw on the talents of one another. We respect and honor the cultural, ethnic and religious beliefs and practices of our patients in a manner consistent with the highest standards of care. All this is done in a compassionate setting. Our goal is to create a healing environment in partnership with all caregivers who are committed to serving our patients.We care for our patients every day in a responsible and efficient manner.Scripps serves as a major community health care resource for San Diego County and, as such, we are accountable for the human, financial and ecological resources entrusted to our care as we promote healing and wholeness. We begin from a base of excellence and collaborate with co-workers, physicians, patients, and other providers to find new and creative ways to improve the delivery of health care services. All members of our community will have access to timely, affordable and appropriate care.
REQUIREMENTS
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in health related field preferred or equivalent years of experience in OR Sterile Processing and Distribution. Experience in Materiels Management procurement and distribution preferred. Minimum of five years experience in Sterile Processing department within an acute care hospital setting. At least one year of experience in a management role preferred. Computer proficiency with a working knowledge of order entry, spreadsheet and database functionality preferred. Excellent communication, problem solving and planning skills. Ability to work well as a part of a leadership team. Ability to direct others and negotiate desired results.