Surgical Instruments Coordinator - FT Days

About the role

The Surgical Instruments Coordinator is responsible for a variety of administrative and financial non-nursing functions in Sterile Processing Services. They provide quality, systems, technical, and administrative support that aligns with the financial and clinical goals of perioperative services under the direction of the SPD. They also participate in audits, data management, and special projects for SPD/OR to facilitate and maintain compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all SPD supply inventory and instruments as well as evaluating products according to LCMC contracts.
• Examines supply levels and documents daily deliveries and shipments to update inventory.
• Performs daily analysis to predict potential inventory problems.
• Orders new supplies to avoid inefficiencies or excessive surplus.
• Analyzes different suppliers to obtain the best cost-effective deals.
• Analyzes usage and ensures proper workflows are incorporated to maintain appropriate utilization and optimization.
• Ensures consistency between the Censitrac and EPIC system as it relates to instrument inventory nomenclature.
• Provides administrative/clerical support with facilitating equipment maintenance and repairs, and collection, maintenance, and storage of sterilization logs for regulatory and infection control purposes.
• Manages relevant databases, promotes security of information along with maintaining and auditing to ensure quality control of systems.
• Aids in special projects in Sterile Process Services that support quality and efficiency initiatives (e.g., cost containment, organizational/workflow).
• Collaborates with Patient Care Team in obtaining information/planning on needs for products/technology and instrumentation.
• Collaborates with new and current medical and clinical staff to create and maintain all instrumentation count sheets for new instrument sets added or created in EPIC based upon physician's recommendations and needs.
• Adds and maintains all required instrumentation according to facility standards.
• Assists EPIC optime analyst in updates and/or reviews of OR and SPD system data for facility initiatives and upgrades.
• Provides information and communication among OR and SPD staff to improve clinical practice and surgeon satisfaction.
• Conducts audits and reports to support departmental and hospital wide quality initiatives.
• Participates in investigations of occurrences reported through the RL system and provides feedback, as necessary.

Requirements

• Minimum Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HPSA)
• OR Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Qualifications

• Experience in sterile processing and distribution.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Knowledge of sterile processing and distribution practices.
• Ability to manage inventory and supplies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

LCMC Health offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and grow professionally.

Pay

Salary range: $50,000 - $70,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position, flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the department.

Contact Information

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