SPD Instruments Logistic Coordinator

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Captures and coordinates the flow and availability of surgical instruments and related supplies to support perioperative clinical operations.
• Serves as a coordinator between Sterile Processing and perioperative teams to facilitate communication regarding instrument readiness and logistical needs.
• Maintains oversight of instrumentation status and workflow conditions to help identify potential resource gaps or operational challenges.
• Supports day-to-day instrument distribution activities across clinical and support areas as operational priorities evolve.
• Identifies and communicates instrumentation-related concerns that may impact clinical workflow, safety, or operational continuity.
• Affords operational support to Sterile Processing and perioperative leadership as needed to maintain effective clinical operations.
• Participates in team huddles, hand-offs, and operational discussions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification as a Central Service Technician (CRCST) or obtaining certification within 12 months of acquiring position.

Basic Knowledge

• Knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology.
• Knowledge and understanding of a variety of OR procedures' surgical instruments.
• Knowledge of OR workflow, procedures, medical terminology, instrumentation.
• Knowledge of infection control and health & safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers and all levels of leadership that includes the Operating Room and physicians.
• Proficient analytical skills.
• Demonstrate ability to identify, plan, and resolve issues in complex situations.
• Able to multi-task projects including the ability to plan and organize.
• Flexible and self-motivated.

Experience

• Two or more years of related experience in a similarly complex surgical services environment.
• Experience should demonstrate thorough knowledge of effective sterilizing techniques and experience in processing variety of surgical instruments used in services such as cardiovascular, neurosurgery, orthopedics, ophthalmology, otolaryngology, pediatrics, genitourinary and plastic surgery.
• Demonstrate effective organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Prior experience in coordination or liaison-type role in Sterile Processing preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Works in reprocessing area with exposure to detergents and cleaning agents, cuts, punctures and burns when decontaminating, cleaning, wrapping and sterilizing equipment and instruments.
• Hazards are minimized by following established safety procedures and precautions.
• Frequent walking and standing throughout hospital OR and SPD areas for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and transport instrument trays (up to 25 lbs.) and push carts into sterilization unit.
• Ability to bend, reach, and carry in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Supervisory Responsibility

• No direct reports.