Manager, Central Sterile - Ambulatory Surgery - Full Time, Days at NYU Langone Health

Patchogue, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jun, 26

Salary

96597.07

Posted On

01 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Central Service Experience, Aseptic Techniques, Sterilization Techniques, Infection Control Guidelines, Surgical Instruments Knowledge, Resource Allocation, Staff Supervision, Communication Skills, Workflow Management, Equipment Maintenance, Training and Development, Problem Solving, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Evaluation, Scheduling, Crash Cart Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is a 306-bed medical center, providing care to residents of eastern Long Island. The hospital facility is home to the Knapp Cardiac Care Center—an advanced heart disease diagnostic and treatment facility—as well as a modern ambulatory surgical pavilion with specialized services including women's imaging, a sleep laboratory, and bariatric surgery. Our Provisional Level 2 Trauma Center delivers comprehensive and specialized care for patients with traumatic injuries. The Stroke Center at NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is designated by the New York State Department of Health as a Primary Stroke Center, with expert neurologists available to provide treatment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additionally, NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk has multiple outpatient sites, including an outpatient wound care center, a hemodialysis center, and various primary care and specialty offices. For more information, go to NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk [https://nyulangone.org/locations/nyu-langone-hospital-suffolk], and interact with us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyulangonehealth/posts/?feedView=all&viewAsMember=true], Glassdoor [https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-NYU-Langone-Health-EI_IE121521.11,29.htm], Indeed [https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Nyu-Langone-Health?from=mobviewjob&tk=1iln7ebg1gc28801&fromjk=575c649f519b8dd4&attributionid=mobvjcmp], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/NYULangone/], Twitter [https://x.com/nyulangone], YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/nyulangonehealth] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/nyulangone]. Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Manager, Central Sterile - Ambulatory Surgery - Full Time, Days - OR - ASC Suffolk - Full-Time - Mon. In this role, the successful candidate Responsible for the coordination and oversight of all Central Sterile department functions during the assigned shift, including decontamination, sterilization, cleaning, and assembly of instruments, equipment, and Crash Carts. Ensures adherence to infection control practices, organizational policies, and industry standards, including those set by The Joint Commission and the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI). Exercises independent judgment in directing departmental workflow, assigning tasks, and coordinating surgical instruments and equipment needs between the Central Sterile department and procedural areas. Directly supervises Central Service Technicians, including responsibilities for scheduling, training, and performance oversight. Job Responsibilities: * Directly supervises Central Service Technicians, including responsibility for hiring, training, performance evaluations, scheduling, and discipline in accordance with hospital policies. * Exercises discretion and independent judgment in overseeing the daily operations of the Central Sterile department to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and in compliance with regulatory and hospital standards. * Acts as the liaison between the Operating Room (OR) and other clinical departments, ensuring clear communication and the timely completion of all priority trays in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. * Oversees the preparation, processing, and availability of loaner trays and equipment for scheduled surgical cases, resolving issues as they arise. * Responsible for the accurate identification, functionality, and preparation of surgical instruments and equipment across all hospital services. * Supervises the operation and maintenance of decontamination and sterilization equipment. Troubleshoots malfunctions, initiates service requests, and ensures equipment is promptly returned to service following established protocols. * Accepts full responsibility for the Central Sterile department during assigned shifts, making independent decisions related to workflow management, resource allocation, and staff supervision. * Develops and manages staff schedules, assigns work, and communicates open or pending issues to the subsequent supervisor or lead. Coordinates in-service education, orientation, and ongoing training of staff. * Oversees the fulfillment, distribution, and restocking of Crash Carts to ensure availability and readiness. * Monitors and ensures compliance with all biological monitoring of sterilizers as required by regulatory agencies and hospital standards. Reviews and maintains sterilization and biological monitoring records daily. * Reviews OR and procedural area schedules to ensure required trays are prepared and available, adjusting departmental workflow as necessary to meet clinical needs. * Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: To qualify you must have a Bachelors Degree Required.Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST- HSPA) OR certification from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD). Minimum 3 years Central Service experience. Basic knowledge of aseptic techniques and procedures. Basic knowledge of sterilization techniques and procedures. Basic knowledge of infection control guidelines and requirements. Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment. Exercises responsible judgment to provide necessary Instruments and equipment for patient care. Familiarity with a variety of surgical services, including but not limited to: dental, optometry/ophthalmology, orthopedics, neurosurgery, gastroenterology, ENT, GYN, cardiology, dermatology, urology, podiatry, and general surgery.. Required Licenses: Sterile Proc & Dist-Cert CBSPD, Central Sterile tech (HSPA) NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf]. NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $63,441.82 - $96,597.07 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. View the Pay Transparency Notice [https://cdn-static.findly.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/290/2017/04/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf] for further details.

Responsibilities

The Manager of Central Sterile is responsible for overseeing all functions of the Central Sterile department during assigned shifts, ensuring compliance with infection control practices and organizational policies. This includes supervising staff, managing workflow, and coordinating surgical instrument needs.