Surgical Services Equipment & Instrument Specialist

About the role

The Surgical Services Equipment and Instrument Specialist supports the surgical team by ensuring all necessary equipment, instrumentation, and supplies are available, functional, and ready for use on the day of surgery. This role also serves as a key liaison between Surgical Services and Supply Chain, focusing on product evaluation, standardization, education, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure availability and functionality of standard and specialized surgical equipment and instrumentation
• Serve as the primary liaison between Surgical Services and Supply Chain for equipment, instruments, materials, and disposables
• Support product evaluations, trials, and standardization initiatives to improve quality and cost effectiveness
• Cook with inventory management, special orders, and equipment repairs
• Coordinate with Sterile Processing, OR staff, physicians, vendors, and Supply Chain partners
• Maintain and optimize surgeon preference cards
• Provide education, training, and troubleshooting support for OR teams
• Assist with value analysis, utilization review, and sourcing activities
• Scrub in on cases as needed to maintain clinical expertise and support staff development

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, with an associate degree preferred. A graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program with current CST certification is required, and must hold a CST IV, Specialized CST, or higher per organizational CST ladder (Internal).

Expert knowledge of surgical procedures, equipment, and instrumentation is essential. Experience with supply chain processes, inventory management, and preference cards is also required.

Qualifications

High school diploma required; Associate degree preferred

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program with current CST certification required

Must be CST IV, Specialized CST, or higher per organizational CST ladder (Internal)

Skills

Expert knowledge of surgical procedures, equipment, and instrumentation

Experience with supply chain processes, inventory management, and preference cards

Benefits

Competitive pay and generous paid time off

Comprehensive benefits starting on day one

Retail plans with employer match

Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

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