$5000 sign on bonus for experienced SPD technicians with management experience.
Job Summary
The Manager of Surgical and Procedural Equipment at an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) is responsible for ensuring the proper cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilization of all surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies used within the facility. This role includes overseeing the maintenance of the surgery suite, managing case preparation and turnover, and ensuring compliance with infection control protocols and regulatory standards. The manager will maintain logs for capital, surgical, and sterilization equipment, as well as manage inventory, equipment repairs, and vendor relations. This position also involves participating in Quality Improvement activities and collaborating with ASC and Clinic teams to address operational needs and improvements. A strong focus on regulatory compliance, safety protocols, and effective communication is essential.
Duties
- Disinfect, clean and prepare for sterilization, any instruments, equipment, and supplies utilized at the ASC. Demonstrate care of delicate instrumentation by proper handling and storage of instruments.
- Assist in surgery suite maintenance including case preparation and turnover.
- Maintain all ASC logs for capital equipment, surgical and sterilization equipment and supplies as required by regulatory agencies and per good practices and surgery center policies.
- Adhere to all infection control policies including OSHA guidelines for Universal Precautions for exposure to blood and body fluids, utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and sharps handling. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for certification for the State of Arizona, Medicare and the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities (AAAASF).
- Continually update, as required, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and required logs for handling, monitoring and sterilizing surgical equipment in the ASC and the Clinics.
- Conduct annual inventory of procedural equipment for the Clinics and capital equipment and surgical instruments for the ASC. Provide the inventory reports management no later than the last working day of the first quarter of each year.
- Promptly identify needs for repairs/replacement of surgical instruments and equipment within the ASC and the Clinics. Communicate and negotiate with vendors for pricing and prepare purchase orders for such. Obtain signature approval of purchase orders from appropriate management.
- Anticipate problems, critical issues and/or opportunities for management of surgical equipment and procedural instrumentation in the ASC and clinics and act accordingly to design and implement solutions with the ASC leadership and Clinic managers.
- Attend regular meetings for alignment with the ASC team and Clinic managers.
- Participate in the Quality Improvements Program activities for the ASC and Clinics including identification of aspects of care, collection and analysis of data, formulation of recommendations, implementation of an improvement plan and evaluation of the process
Qualifications
- The Manager of Surgical and Procedural Equipment should possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in sterile processing experience, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or managerial role within a surgical or healthcare setting. A proven track record in managing compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols, as well as experience in inventory management and vendor relations, is highly desirable.
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) is required.
- Certification Healthcare Leadership (CHL), Certification in Healthcare Material Management Concepts (CHMMC), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) are preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively. Attention to detail and problem-solving skills are essential.
- Must provide proof of current driver’s license and auto insurance.
- Willing to undergo a preemployment background check.
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time, with occasional walking. Ability to bend and lift up to 25 pounds. Hearing and vision required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Schedule:
Experience:
- Sterile processing: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CRCST or CSPDT (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Phoenix, AZ 85006 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Phoenix, AZ 85006: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
