SPD Supervisor

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
Reports to the Manager of Sterile Processing and works under the supervision of the site Manager. Maintains
competency in all areas of Sterile Processing (Decontamination, Assembly, Sterilization, Distribution) and
holds and maintains IAHCSMM CRCST or CBSPD certification. Leads the team to deliver high quality and
reliable instrumentation to the surgical services customers and patients. Plays a primary role in precepting
and team training and acts as a leader and expert resource on the team at all times. Responsible for
navigating the flow and priorities of the department to meet the customer needs. Participates in and leads
team huddles and idea generation to support continuous improvement and the quality management system
and participates in team projects. Assists the SPD site manager in correcting incomplete trays, missing
instruments, tray maintenance schedules, standard work audit & coaching, regulatory requirements, and
documentation. Responsible for adhering to LeeSar and Lee Health policies and protocols and AAMI, APIC,
and AORN standards.

JOB DUTIES:
1. DEPENDABILITY & RELIABILITY:
a. Identify and escalate safety issues
b. Ability to follow detailed directions with or without supervision
c. Self-motivated, excellent at multi-tasking, detail-oriented
2. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
a. Complete a minimum of 12 CEU’s (Continuing Education Units) annually
b. Successfully maintain competency in all areas of Sterile Processing (Decontamination,
Assembly, Sterilization, Case Pick)
c. Successfully maintain IAHCSMM CRSRT or CBSPD Certification
d. Pursue and/ or maintain IAHCSMM CIS
e. Demonstrates ability to precept and / or deliver educational in-service that qualifies for
CRCST CEU’s to LeeSar SPD
f. Complete approved leadership courses as available
3. JOB KNOWLEDGE:
a. Decontamination - Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Properly set up the decontamination area (sink levels, soap concentration,
equipment needs)
b. Properly sort and stage trays if needed (scanning, stay / go, type of
decontamination, spray)
c. Follow proper cleaning procedures for instruments that will go through
automatic washer and follows the standard work for basic instruments (scan,
sort, open, soak, scrub, brush, flush, sonic, rinse) and follows the IFU’s for
different instruments
d. Follow proper cleaning procedures for instruments requiring hand wash (no
submersion, scrub, brush, flush, rinse, dry) and follows the IFU’s for different
instruments
e. Run the equipment properly and according to instrument IFU’s and properly
load manifolds for optimal cleaning
b. Assembly – Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Properly utilize the instrument tracking system and assemble trays one
instrument at a time by checking off one item at a time according to standard
work and policy
b. Properly inspect basic instruments and instrument sets according to IFU’s
(scissor testing, box locks, clamps, brush & flush lumens, insulation testing,
assemble / disassemble, check function, visual check for bioburden) by
following standard work and policies
c. Properly string items, bag, or organize tray according to count sheets,
standard work, and IFU’s for basic instruments and trays
d. Properly prepare tray with indicators, count sheet in bucks bag, wrap,
container & filter, locks, and labels according to standard work and IFU’s.
e. Properly assemble singles utilizing instrument tracking system, barcode
scanning, instrument search engines, proper packaging, and labeling
c. Sterilization – Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Utilize IFU’s to determine sterilization requirements and perform necessary
Bowie Dick and Biological testing
b. Set up a sterilizer load according to standard work and policies
c. Load and run the steam sterilizer following SOP’s, standard work, IFU’s, and
policies.
d. Load and run Sterrad loads according to SOP’s, standard work, IFU’s, and
policies
e. Sterilize utilizing ETO according to SOP’s, standard work, IFU’s, and policies, if
applicable
d. Case Pick – Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Set up a surgical case (instruments and supplies) according to preference
cards and instrument tracking system
b. Put away and locate instruments utilizing inventory control systems and
instrument tracking system
c. Communicate with the OR team to facilitate obtaining add on or changes in
supplies or instruments for the surgical case
e. Navigation – Demonstrates the ability to:
a. Assumes responsibilities for daily functions of the SPD during the absence of
the SPD Manager as assigned
b. Create and maintain daily assignment sheets for all team members; may
authorize overtime with the approval of the SPD Manager when workload or
staffing dictates.
c. Facilitates or completes work process audits; provides real time feedback and
coaching to team under direction of SPD Manager
d. Facilitates single piece flow with minimal batching evidence by limited
backlog for the shift in order to meet customer needs and staff/departmental
productivity levels
e. Completes needs planning for day of and next day in collaboration with SPD
Manager and peers across the health system; prioritizes trays utilizing
Censitrac and standard work
f. Assist with completing and filing all department regulatory logs and
documentation as needed
g. Assists SPD Manager daily with missing instrument process and completing
trays for found instrumentation
h. Assists SPD Manager in leading daily team huddles, encouraging team ideas;
participates daily in OR Huddles
i. Oversees and ensures that all stat orders are completed and delivered with
designated time allowances
4. QUALITY OF WORK:
1. Maintains high quality performance with fewer than 4 defects per year reaching the
customer
2. Properly utilizes the instrument tracking system and follows all departmental standard
work processes
3. Facilitates the team in maintaining and improving visual controls and organization of the
department utilizing 5S mentality
5. ADHERENCE TO COMPANY POLICIES:
a. Follow all documented LeeSar policy and procedure
b. Follow all documented LeeSar SPD standard work processes
c. Demonstrate ability to meet LeeSar attendance policy, being at work, on time every shift
d. Ability to demonstrate integrity in protecting confidential patient information
6. COMMUNICATION, COLLABORATION, & ENGAGEMENT:
a. Demonstrate good verbal and non-verbal communication skills including positive and
strong team communication skills
b. Demonstrate strong written and verbal skill; clearly and professionally communicates
with all peers, customers, and leadership
c. Participate in peer mentoring and feedback
d. Demonstrate strong desire to learn and develop new skills
e. Daily demonstration of great focus and attention to detail in all processes
7. PRODUCTIVITY: (if assigned for the shift)
a. Decontamination productivity reaches and maintains 50 trays per shift
b. Assembly productivity reaches and maintains 25 trays per shift
c. Case pick productivity reaches and maintains 25 cases per shift
8. PROBLEM-SOLVING (CREATITIVITY & INITIATIVE):
a. Ability to participate in team problem solving as part of a continuous improvement
culture
b. Demonstrate ability to identify potential solutions to department quality opportunities
c. Demonstrate flexibility and strong teamwork skills in any required job duties
d. Participates in Lean projects as required

EDUCATION:
1. Highschool diploma or GED required; Associates Degree preferred (experience may be substituted)
2. Read, write, and speak English for work related communication
3. IAHCSMM CRCST or CBSPD certification required
4. A minimum of 2 years of experience in sterile processing required; minimum of 1 years
of supervisory experience preferred

SKILLS:
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to
perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job specific responsibility) either unaided or
with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case by case
basis. If the requirement is not marked, then it is considered not applicable.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
General Requirements (has the ability to...)
Sit
Stand
Walk
Drive
Bend
Climb
Kneel
Crouch or Squat
Twist
Maintain Balance
Reach
Required Lifting (ability to lift...)
Up to 10 lbs
11 to 24 lbs
25 to 34 lbs
35 to 50 lbs
51 to 75 lbs
76 to 100 lbs
Mental & Emotional Requirements (ability to...)
Work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
Make decisions under high pressure
Cope with confrontation and assist with problem resolution
Manage altercations
Concentrate
Handle a high degree of flexibility
Handle multiple priorities in stressful situations
Ability to work alone or in groups
Demonstrate high degree of patience
Adapt to shift work
Work in areas that are close and crowded
Pushing / Pulling (ability to push and pull...)
Up to 10 lbs
11 to 24 lbs
25 to 34 lbs
35 to 50 lbs
51 to 75 lbs
Sensory Requirements (has ability for...)
Far Vision
Near Vision
Color Vision
Depth Perception
Seeing Fine Details
Hearing Normal Speech
Hearing Overhead Pages
Telephone Use
Visual acuity necessary to ensure accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the job
Environmental (may be exposed to...)
Infectious Diseases
Chemical Agents
Dust, Fumes, Gases
Extremes in Temperature or Humidity
Hazardous or Moving Equipment
Unprotected Heights
Loud Noises
Bright Lights
Contaminated equipment, supplies, and instruments - hazards are minimized when established
safety procedures are followed
Skills (ability to...)
Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrate proficiency in Excel and Word
Manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
Be self-directed
Proactively prioritize customer needs
Hand Manipulation (ability with...)
Simple Grasping
Firm Grasping
Fine Manipulation
Use of Keyboards
Manual dexterity necessary to perform tasks
Others
Ability to perform repetitive tasks
Must have dependable personal transportation valid Driver's license and current insurance
Be physically present at job site as scheduled
Ability to work overtime weekends and holidays as needed
Hours may flex depending on shift needs
Ability to don/use required personal protective equipment
 

Qualifications