Accoutabilities: 

Ability to travel to multiple positions and Monday - Friday

Possesses familiarity/knowledge with the use of all sterilization and/or HLD equipment at assigned practices and maintains Instructions for Use (IFUs) for existing equipment. Reviews need for new equipment in collaboration with practice leadership. Oversees team member education and training on reprocessing of instruments and endoscopes as per IFUs. Develops and streamlines existing workflows to improve efficiency and maintain patient and team member safety. Recognizes emergency situations and acts appropriately. Maintains a safe environment for team members and patients/visitors. Adheres to HRO safety principles. Consistently responds to patients/families in a courteous, positive, and timely manner. Consistently respects patients’ right to privacy and dignity. Consistently respects the patients’ rights to confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines. Fosters a positive and pleasant environment, which promotes our shared AMG values. Exemplifies and fosters the AHS P.R.I.D.E. values in their clinical practice: Purpose, Respect, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion, and Extraordinary Caring. In collaboration with the Clinical Administrator, AMG Operations, and Infection Prevention, establishes a team that achieves success through partnership, access, quality, planning and strategy, communication, and a positive work environment. Fosters a team environment that supports high quality infection control and patient- focused services that ensures AMG practices are following professional, safety and regulatory requirements and standards. Familiar with and assists in creating and monitoring workflows and performance specific to each practice. Responsible for successful team member training and development, competencies, and policy compliance in all aspects of the operational needs of sterile processing in ambulatory offices. Ensures that all required documentation is completed and maintained as per policy/regulation. Assists with hiring, orientation, training, and supervision of team members in assigned practices. Directs team members of assigned practices to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures and standardizes a continuous process improvement workflow. Provides ongoing feedback and coaching and accurately performs all competencies in a timely manner by meeting deadlines. Works collaboratively and effectively across AHS departments as appropriate to maximize operational efficiency and service. Participates in professional development activities to keep current with trends and practices in sterile processing and provides updated training to team members, as required. Acts as a resource and subject matter expert on sterilization/HLD for the ambulatory practices.