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Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our FROEDTERT HOSPITAL facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 1.000000

Shift: Shift 2

Job Summary:

Serves as a department expert and is responsible for assuring standards are met for the sterilization processes, record keeping, and staff competencies on the assigned shift. Ensures that all appropriate regulatory and clinical standards of practice regarding the sterilization of equipment and supplies are adhered to by the staff on the shift being supervised. Assures staff follows established policies, procedures, and practices for the sterile processing department which includes decontamination, packaging, sterilization and return of reprocessed supplies and instruments to support quality patient care throughout FMLH. Responsible for personnel management on the assigned shift. Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:

A minimum of 2 years work experience in a hospital based Sterile Processing Department is required. Leadership experience in any healthcare work setting that involves instrument reprocessing or experience as a lead/charge tech, educator or trainer in a Sterile Processing Department is required.

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:

High School diploma or equivalent is required. Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a related field or Central Service/Sterile Processing Tech internship/training is preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION:

Knowledge of Infection Control and JCAHO Standards knowledge of asepsis; surgical techniques, or instrumentation, and Sterile Processing patient care equipment. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with subordinates in providing effective leadership. May compile objective and measurable data and produce reports. Has specialized knowledge and technical expertise with sterilization and operating equipment. Competent computer skills.

LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) from the IAHCSMM or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) from the CBSPD is required within 18 months of employment. Certification in Healthcare Leadership (CHL) within 18 months of employment 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:

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• 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.