• Supervisor - Sterile Processing Department

    University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA)


    These roles provide essential assistance to healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Ensure the smooth functioning of clinical operations by handling tasks that support the diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of patient care. Allied Health - Health Services professionals work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services.

     

    These roles focus on the preparation, performance, and post-operative support to surgical teams. Responsibilities include sterilization, instrument preparation and handling, and or operational or hands-on support required during surgery. May work in our hospitals, surgical centers, and clinics, and have responsibilities from planning and preparation to recovery and follow-up. Does not include Perioperative Nurses.

     

    Represents people leaders (hire/fire authority) with majority of time spent overseeing their area of responsibility. Achieve goals through direct and/or indirect reports.

     

    Supervises support level employees. Sets goals and objectives for other employees within the Job Area. Develops solutions to a variety of routine problems, and escalates more complex issues to higher-level managers. Ensures policies, practices, and procedures are understood and followed by direct reports.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent required Associate’s Degree Preferred.

     

    Experience: 3 years progressive leadership experience, preferably in a hospital setting. 3 years’ direct experience working within surgical services in a Level 1 Trauma hospital setting preferred.

     

    Licensure: Specific certifications and licensures required. See job requisition for specific requirements.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 – 100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

     

    Position Compensation Range: $24.24 - $48.48 Hourly

    Benefits

    + Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

    + Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

    + Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

    + Certification and education support

    + Generous Paid Time Off

     

    UVA Health (https://jobs.virginia.edu/why-uva-health) is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide (https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/va/university-of-virginia-medical-center-6344000) rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s (https://jobs.virginia.edu/uva-childrens) is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report (https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/va/university-of-virginia-childrens-hospital-PA6344000) as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

     

    _The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click_ here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) _to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment._