Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Sterile Processing Coordinator (SPD) to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) teams!  Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day. 

Position Summary:

Be part of our Same Day Surgery Center Team in Maple Grove with occasional travel to other Same Day Surgery Center(s) as needed.

We are looking for team members to support our growing services, with opportunities to provide patient care in our Surgery Center(s). We have a fast-paced multi-specialty Surgical Center. Our team is looking for candidates with a positive outlook and ability to work well on a team.

Responsible and accountable for all functions of the Sterile Processing Department, under the guidance of the Operating Room Supervisor and Campus Manager.

The Sterile Processing Coordinator coordinates and facilitates the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department. This role ensures consistent, high-quality, and compliant output by organizing, implementing, and monitoring processes related to instrument decontamination, high-level disinfection, assembly, sterilization, and sterile storage. 

The coordinator provides hands-on leadership, support, and direction to SPD staff and maintains effective working relationships with the Sterile Processing Specialist, OR Materials Coordinator, and Purchasing. The role also fosters a collaborative and service-oriented partnership with OR staff and surgeons to support safe, efficient surgical care.

In coordination with the OR Supervisor and Sterile Processing Specialist, the coordinator facilitates onboarding and orientation of new hires. The coordinator models and enforces in collaboration with the OR Supervisor adherence to all departmental and regulatory standards. This individual collaborates with the OR Supervisor to promote a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and service excellence. This individual is also responsible for the training, oversight, and orientation of SPD team members, temporary staff, students, and surgical services personnel. This individual will participate in interviewing, hiring, and annual performance evaluations. 

The coordinator will perform all sterile processing tasks including decontamination, prep and pack, wrapping/containerization, sterilization, high-level disinfection, and distribution of instruments per IFU and departmental work standards, policies, and industry best practices.  The coordinator will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely transport of items. This role will be required to effectively communicate with staff, peers, surgeons, and external/internal partners to ensure smooth operations. The coordinator will be responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked work area; ensures daily/monthly department maintenance. This role oversees proper functioning and routine maintenance of SPD equipment; and coordinating service contracts with Purchasing. This role supports hospital and clinic processing needs and performs additional duties as assigned. 

Work Schedule:

• 1.0 FTE
• Monday through Friday, primarily day shift.
• Variable start times and shift lengths.
• Rotating Opening/Closing Shifts
• Float to other surgery center locations as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree from an accredited education institution. 
• Three years of sterile processing management experience. 
• Successful experience with process improvement projects in a collaborative environment. Certification Requirement: The candidate will present current certification from either CBSPD: C.S.P.D.T. or HSPA (formerly known as IAHCSMM): C.R.C.S.T. or 24 months from the date of hire. 
  • This certification must be maintained for the duration of employment. 
  • Park Nicollet team members who have been employed for 10 consecutive years prior to 2015 with no lapse in employment as Instrument Room Aide/Sterile Processing Department Technician (9AT) and/or Lead Sterile Processing Technician (116-030) will not be required to obtain certification.
• Ability to work effectively with and integrate interests of various disciplines. 
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. 
• Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective relationships with customers and stakeholders. 
• Ability to effectively use computer systems technology to support department performance.
• This position requires familiarity and compliance with matters of law, regulations and internal policies affecting the employment relationship, (including but not limited to FMLA, ADA, discrimination, and harassment laws).

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We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

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Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

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