About our department

Our Sterile Processing departments are full of fun and energetic staff members that focus on delivering high quality surgical trays. Our organization supports each team to function in an exceptionally reliable environment.

About Lakeland Hospitals

The health system comprises three hospitals, a regional cancer center, rehabilitation centers, two long-term care residences, home care and hospice services, and 34 affiliate physician practice locations. We provide both inpatient and outpatient medical services throughout Southwest Michigan.

Scope of work

Provide direction and leadership for the practice of Sterile Processing functions at all Corewell Health South (CHS) St. Joseph, Michigan location for the surgical sites and endoscopic procedure areas. Drive standardized processes and safety programs that strive for zero defects and top decile measures for patient safety and quality. Direct oversight for CHS St. Joseph Sterile Processing team members and works collaboratively with Regional Clinical leadership to deliver outstanding, timely sterile processing services. Work to ensure readiness and compliance for accreditation standards. Manages, plans, and tracks capital expenditures for CHS Surgical Services, and leads equipment/instrument resource sharing initiatives across the Corewell Health enterprise.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Required.Master's Degree Preferred.7 years of relevant experience Management or support of clinical or logistical support departments with emphasis on high quality services, effective people leadership, process improvement, financial management, financial analysis, utilization, and automation Required.2 years of relevant experience with Surgical Services clinical, or business roles, Sterile Processing or Central Services leadership Preferred.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

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Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Department Name

Sterile Processing - St Joseph

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Flexible

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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