Justin Fordeck
Corydon,IN
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in systems management and operational leadership, recognized for streamlining processes and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve organizational goals. Strong commitment to driving excellence and adapting to dynamic challenges complements proven proficiency in strategic planning and team development. Expertise in optimizing workflows and enhancing productivity ensures alignment with business objectives while cultivating a culture of continuous improvement. Passionate about leveraging innovative solutions to propel organizational success and empower teams to excel.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
System Director for Sterile Processing
University of Louisville Health System
12.2019 - Current
- Currently working as a System Director of Sterile Processing overseeing six facilities on a daily basis. Responsibilities are as follows: Monitors/Manages budget, productivity, and quality metrics across the organization. Works on strategic planning to maximize efficiencies. Creates standard operating procedures, policies, competencies, Standardize SPD products, and equipment to ensure we are following same standard of care across the organization. Conducts audits for Joint Commission Readiness and ensures each facility is keeping up with current guidelines/recommendations from AAMI/TJC. Creates and implements Lean Six Sigma project to improve workflow, efficiencies, and cost savings opportunities. Conducts/Coordinates product evaluations for OR across the organization (Ortho Power Equipment, Scope/Video Equipment, etc…) Manages service agreements on equipment that Sterile Processing Department Manages (Stryker ProCare, Instrument Repair, Scope Repair, SPD Equipment Service Agreements, etc…). Implementation of new system wide instrument tracking system and management project that includes connectivity between all facilities, Cerner Interface, and Equipment Interface capabilities. Oversees management of departments, staffing, and salaries which include, but are not limited to addressing corrective action/coaching of staff, mentoring management/supervisors, annual evaluations, market adjustments/compensation, recruiting, and management of staffing levels.
- Oversaw budgetary planning and resource allocation for improved financial performance.
- Analyzed performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in patient care services.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement through data analysis, leading to increased operational efficiencies.
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of products and services while maintaining strict quality standards.
Sterile Processing Manager
University of Louisville Hospital (Level I Trauma Center)
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Worked at University of Louisville Health System as an enterprise-wide Sterile Processing Manager. Responsible for three separate sterile processing facilities within the University of Louisville Health System. I have 51 employees that are under my direct supervision. My main job duties include: keeping up with updated AMMI/TJC guidelines, standardizing processes and practices, creating job competencies, departmental SOP’s, managing department budget, prioritizing department improvements, mentoring staff, and increasing quality/productivity.
Central Sterile Supervisor
University of Kentucky Medical Center (Level I Trauma Center)
03.2014 - 09.2017
- While at University of Kentucky I was a second shift supervisor/interim manager at the Main Chandler Hospital. I had sixteen employees under my direct supervision as a second shift supervisor then fifty-five employees as an interim manager. My job duties include going over the OR schedule for the next day and make a needs list for each service, prioritize the workflow and delegating job responsibilities among staff. I had direct contact with surgeons, service line coordinators, charge nurses, and As well as the director/managers in the OR to discuss their needs and problems that they are experiencing on a regular basis. I also mentor and teach new staff members on processes, proper ways of doing things, and answer any questions they might have. Handled ordered/repairs of all instrumentation for the hospital, trouble shot equipment issues, put in work orders, did the department schedule, and made updates/changes to the instrument tracking system.
Education
Central Service Technical Training -
Purdue University
Lafayette, IN01.2004
High School Diploma -
East Noble High School
Kendallville, IN01.1999
Skills
- Organizational development
- Workforce planning
- Business intelligence
- IT systems management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Continuous improvement
- Quality assurance
Accomplishments
- 2025 HSPA International Conference, Louisville, KY Presentation accepted on Evaluation of a Point-of-Use Instrument Cleaning Auditing Process: A Compliance Improvement Initiative
- 2024 HSPA International Conference, Las Vegas, NV Presentation accepted on Standardizing Saves
- 2023 HSPA International Conference Nashville, TN. Presentation accepted on Education Drives Quality in the Sterile Processing Department
- Academy for Inclusive Excellence-Certificate
- Ascendo Health-SPD Hero Spotlight for August 2022
- Published in American Journal of Infection Control Volume 50, Issue 7-Error Reduction in Sterile Processing through Standardization of Operations and Training
- IAHCSMM Certified Endoscope Preprocessor (CER)
- Published in July 2022-Healthcare Purchasing News Magazine-The Case for Conformity, Collaboration in Managing Case Carts.
- 2022 APIC International Conference Indianapolis, IN Presentation on Error Reduction in Sterile Processing through Standardization of Operations and Training
- 2022 HSPA International Conference San Antonio, Texas Poster Presentation accepted on Case Cart Champion
- No Sterile Processing findings during TJC Site Visit across the health system (6 facilities)
- Attended 2020 IAHCSMM International Conference Chicago, IL Poster Presentation accepted on Restructuring Back-Up Instrument Inventory Conference canceled due to Covid-19
- Attended 2019 IAHCSMM International Conference Anaheim, California Poster presentation accepted on Quality Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma Training/Certificate (Currently White Belt)
- No Sterile Processing findings during TJC Site Visit-(3-Sites)
- Attended 2015 IAHCSMM International Conference Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- University of Kentucky Leadership Training Program
Certification
- IAHCSMM Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST)
- IAHCSMM Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS)
- IAHCSMM Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL)
- IAHCSMM Certified Endoscope Preprocessor (CER)
Timeline
System Director for Sterile Processing
University of Louisville Health System
12.2019 - Current
Sterile Processing Manager
University of Louisville Hospital (Level I Trauma Center)
09.2017 - 12.2019
Central Sterile Supervisor
University of Kentucky Medical Center (Level I Trauma Center)
03.2014 - 09.2017
Central Service Technical Training -
Purdue University
High School Diploma -
East Noble High School
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