Sterile Processing Instrument Specialist

About the role

Join our Sterile Processing team as a Sterile Processing Instrument Specialist, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and seamless surgical operations. You'll directly support patient care by managing, maintaining, and preparing all instrumentation and supplies for use.

Responsibilities

• Cook up instrument repairs with approved vendors and maintain accurate tracking logs for all off-site repairs.
• Assess surgical case schedules to determine which instrument sets can be temporarily removed from circulation for maintenance.
• Manage procurement, tracking, delivery, and return of loaner, vendor, and trial instrument sets.
• Order new and replacement instruments and supplies based on inventory levels, par levels, internal requests, and departmental budget goals.
• Assist in resolving instrument or product recalls promptly to support patient safety.
• Maintain and update the instrument tracking system, including entering new instruments and building count sheets.
• Collaborate closely with SPD Liaisons to ensure instrument sets are complete and available.
• Communicate effectively with SPD Supervisors, SPD Liaisons, and OR Clinical Coordinators regarding instrument availability and needs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in all stages of the sterile processing cycle, providing guidance and education as needed.
• Support special projects and participate in interdepartmental committees when requested.
• Aid in Sterile Processing staffing needs when required.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum two years of Sterile Processing experience is required.
• Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or other recognized sterile processing certification is required.
• Certification as a Surgical Instrument Specialist is required within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years of Sterile Processing experience required.
• Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or other recognized sterile processing certification required.
• Certification as a Surgical Instrument Specialist required within one year of hire.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including:

• Paid time off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational assistance program

Pay

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on-call, and more based on a teammate's job. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Schedule

Variable schedule. Hours per week: 40.