Interim SPD Supervisor

Surgical Directions is the country’s premier procedural health tech-enabled services company. We provide consulting, leadership, and technology solutions that power the future of procedural and anesthesia care. We have partnered with over 400 clients across the country, and consistently deliver exceptional results. We instill realistic and lasting change via our peer-to-peer collaboration, clinical and analytics expertise, and proven methodologies that effectively challenge the status quo.

We support our clients and our employees through these core values:

1. Build trust
2. Empower all
3. Embrace change
4. Demonstrate respect
5. Be accountable
6. Celebrate success

We invite you to grow with us and help shape the future of procedural care.

We are looking for a 1099 Interim SPD Supervisor in the Boston area. The SPD Supervisor is responsible for the daily operations of the department and the supervision of staff, and supervises and coordinates the daily technical tasks of reprocessing medical and surgical equipment to ensure items are assembled in accordance with established policies and procedures. This role is also responsible for ensuring customer and patient support through infection control processes, sterility assurance, and equipment/ instrumentation availability, each in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership and Team Management
   • Demonstrates effective leadership through sound problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
   • Identifies workplace conflict and develops an appropriate plan for resolution.
   • Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels for problem solving.
   • Evaluates the effectiveness of decisions and takes responsibility for outcomes.
   • Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to changing operational needs.
   • Prioritizes workload, delegates responsibilities appropriately, recognizes employee accomplishments, and celebrates successes.
   • Applies departmental standards consistently and promotes a productive and supportive work environment.
   • Promotes collaboration and teamwork across departmental functions.
   • Builds effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
   • Provides leadership and direction within assigned areas of responsibility.
2. Department Operation and Management
   • Examines and monitors staff job performance for compliance with departmental instructions, regulatory requirements, and established Sterile Processing Department (SPD) policies and procedures.
   • Develops, promotes, and supports a collaborative environment that will encourage employee engagement and teamwork.
   • Assesses staff competency in decontamination, reprocessing, sterilization, documentation, and distribution of sterile surgical supplies and equipment.
   • Demonstrates proficiency by actively participating in daily departmental functions.
   • Demonstrates support for the management team when assigned to various projects. 
   • Assists with staff training, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
   • Documents performance concerns and recommends corrective actions when necessary.
   • Assigns and coordinates daily staff work assignments. 
3. Operational Support
   • Provides operational support to the Menino, Moakley, Labor & Delivery (L&D), Emergency Department (ED), and other designated departments and clinics.
   • Serves as a liaison among all departments.
   • Collaborates with the Operating Room (OR) staff and Service Line Coordinators (SLC) on specific service requirements and needs.
   • Communicates information regarding supplies and instrumentation.
   • Monitors service quality and recommends operational improvements.
   • Coordinates preparation for the following day’s OR schedule using computerized instrument inventory and surgeon preference card management systems.
   • Monitors the accurate and timely assembly and distribution of surgical case carts.
4. Materials Management
   • Assists with inventory management and procurement in accordance with established par levels, whenever needed.
   • Maintains inventory control through stock rotation and removal of expired supplies from inventory.
   • Supports the consolidation and standardization of supplies and equipment for the department.
   • Coordinates the receipt and return of loaner instrumentation.
5. Departmental Compliance and Operational Standards
   • Oversees daily quality assurance monitoring processes, maintains required documentation, and coordinates appropriate corrective actions, including load recalls and equipment repairs, as needed. 
   • Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in all functions and tasks of the Central Processing Department.
   • Provides managerial coverage during the Manager’s or designee’s absence, including supporting departmental operations across assigned shifts and hospital units as needed. 
6. Communication
   • Communicates effectively in both verbal and written English.
   • Accurately receives and conveys operational information.
   • Demonstrates professional telephone and interpersonal communication skills.
7. Continuing Education
   • Participates in required departmental education and in-service training.
   • Provides educational presentations to staff, at least one in-service training per year.
   • Maintains CRCST certification (through HSPA or CBSPD, as applicable) by completing required continuing education credits.
8. Additional Standards.
   • Utilizes Client’s behavioral standards as the basis for decision-making and to facilitate the hospital’s goals and mission.
   • Complies with established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
   • Complies with all of Client’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified SPD Technician (CRCST or CSPDT).
• Must have 3-5 years of current experience in an SPD or OR environment (lead technician or supervisory experience preferred).
• Must be local to Boston, MA.
• Ability to work independently as a 1099 contractor.

Work Schedule

• Flexible contract schedule based on facility needs.
• May require early mornings, occasional evenings, or on-call availability.

Pay Range

• $30 to $50 hourly (based on full-time contracted hours)

Classification

This position is classified as an Independent Contractor (1099) and is not eligible for employee benefits. Contractor is responsible for maintaining licensure, certifications, professional liability insurance, and tax obligations.

Surgical Directions is an equal-opportunity employer.