Massachusetts General Hospital
SPD Instrument Coordinator/ 40hr Nights- Sterile Processing
Massachusetts General Hospital, Newton, Massachusetts, United States, 02165
Overview
Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary
The Instrument Coordinator ensures the highest quality standards are met by departmental procedures and established industry standards. They organize workflow and prioritize processes to meet the surgical schedule; process, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instrumentation, loaner equipment, and supplies for the Operating Rooms, Maternity, Emergency Department and throughout the hospital; perform chemical, mechanical, and biological testing of disinfection and sterilization equipment. Must perform all duties in accordance with NWH Policies and Procedures. The role adheres to International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) and/or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD) standards and procedures, and maintains CRCST or CBSPD certification during employment. Prioritize instrument decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and surgical case picking based on assessment of instrument requirements for the surgical schedule. Assist and collaborate with the Operating Room staff in the revision of surgical instrument kits. Act as a resource for technicians for instrument identification, kit assembly, and other department processes. Act as preceptor in the orientation, training, and evaluation of new staff, clinical students, and volunteers. Manage loaner instrumentation process. Monitor total joint and other consignment instrumentation for completeness. Verify sterilization cycles, biological tests, and associated documentation. Complete daily shift report; actively participate and communicate status and updates to other shifts. Pick supplies and/or instruments for surgical cases utilizing surgeon-specific preference cards; prioritize and set up case carts in Operating Room according to the surgical schedule. Perform the disassembly, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and other equipment. Load, operate, monitor, and complete documentation for all decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring equipment. Perform and document all chemical, mechanical, and biological monitoring of sterilizers and other equipment. Respond effectively to emergency case requirements of the surgical team and other departments. Assess instruments, components, and supplies for adequate levels required for the assembly of kits, and request necessary replacements in a timely manner. Stock adult, pediatric and neonate code carts, intubation boxes. Utilize a variety of computer systems and applications; function independently in the absence of the Manager or Supervisor; act as charge person when necessary. Maintain CRCST or CBSPD status by accumulating continuing education units to meet status criteria. May rotate between the main SPD, GI, OSC Departments as needed. Performs all other duties as needed. GI Principal Duties and Essential Functions
Room set up to include opening rooms: OFP (scope flush), CO2, suction. Daily assignment includes rooms, decontamination, or reprocessing; obtain Clean Cart system and set up scopes for the shift and identify gastroscope vs. colonoscope (adult vs. pediatric). Scopes are kept in a closed, dry room with card access and access to a specialized drying closet. Transport scopes using a blue cart; green covered tray includes scope and Endo kits. Set up scope; sign on to computer and ProVation MD, locate patient, verify account/medical record number, and document correct information (PCP, scope number). Maintain HIPAA standards and use proper PPE; label scope trays with stickers as required. Check oral suction use with upper endoscopy; dispose of empty water bottles; dispose of dirty canisters and replace. Flush Environ-mate system with enzymatic solution daily and with bleach solution periodically as instructed, with proper water flushes and overnight procedures. Sign off computer and turn off monitor; remove used blue gowns to dirty utility room; stock rooms at end of day following par levels. Performs all other duties as needed. Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Effective written and verbal communications skills required. Successful completion of Central Processing Technology Course or Surgical Technician Program required. Experience: At least four (4) years of sterile processing experience in an operative setting; endoscopy experience preferred. Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Registered Central Service Technician (C.R.C.S.T) or Certified Sterile Processing/Dispatch Technician (C.S.P.D.T) or equivalent required; CRCST or CBSPD certification. Knowledge and Skills: Excellent organization, operations, people management, and problem solving skills. Ability to read and understand medical terminology. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; experience with instrument tracking software; EPIC and CSIQ/SPM preferred. Ability to multi-task is critical. Fiscal/Supervisory: Charge responsibility in absence of manager or supervisor. Physical Environment and Standards: Details on physical demands and environmental conditions provided in the job description; refer to original for specifics. Additional Job Details
Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: 2014 Washington Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Night Pay Range: - Grade: 6 Mass General Brigham offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits; compensation will be discussed during the offer process. EEO Statement
Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are provided to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. For accommodations contact Human Resources. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework : Our competency framework defines critical leadership behaviors and is used to evaluate performance, identify development needs, and support talent management across the system.
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Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary
The Instrument Coordinator ensures the highest quality standards are met by departmental procedures and established industry standards. They organize workflow and prioritize processes to meet the surgical schedule; process, inspect, assemble, and sterilize surgical instrumentation, loaner equipment, and supplies for the Operating Rooms, Maternity, Emergency Department and throughout the hospital; perform chemical, mechanical, and biological testing of disinfection and sterilization equipment. Must perform all duties in accordance with NWH Policies and Procedures. The role adheres to International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) and/or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD) standards and procedures, and maintains CRCST or CBSPD certification during employment. Prioritize instrument decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and surgical case picking based on assessment of instrument requirements for the surgical schedule. Assist and collaborate with the Operating Room staff in the revision of surgical instrument kits. Act as a resource for technicians for instrument identification, kit assembly, and other department processes. Act as preceptor in the orientation, training, and evaluation of new staff, clinical students, and volunteers. Manage loaner instrumentation process. Monitor total joint and other consignment instrumentation for completeness. Verify sterilization cycles, biological tests, and associated documentation. Complete daily shift report; actively participate and communicate status and updates to other shifts. Pick supplies and/or instruments for surgical cases utilizing surgeon-specific preference cards; prioritize and set up case carts in Operating Room according to the surgical schedule. Perform the disassembly, cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, assembly and sterilization of surgical instrumentation and other equipment. Load, operate, monitor, and complete documentation for all decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and monitoring equipment. Perform and document all chemical, mechanical, and biological monitoring of sterilizers and other equipment. Respond effectively to emergency case requirements of the surgical team and other departments. Assess instruments, components, and supplies for adequate levels required for the assembly of kits, and request necessary replacements in a timely manner. Stock adult, pediatric and neonate code carts, intubation boxes. Utilize a variety of computer systems and applications; function independently in the absence of the Manager or Supervisor; act as charge person when necessary. Maintain CRCST or CBSPD status by accumulating continuing education units to meet status criteria. May rotate between the main SPD, GI, OSC Departments as needed. Performs all other duties as needed. GI Principal Duties and Essential Functions
Room set up to include opening rooms: OFP (scope flush), CO2, suction. Daily assignment includes rooms, decontamination, or reprocessing; obtain Clean Cart system and set up scopes for the shift and identify gastroscope vs. colonoscope (adult vs. pediatric). Scopes are kept in a closed, dry room with card access and access to a specialized drying closet. Transport scopes using a blue cart; green covered tray includes scope and Endo kits. Set up scope; sign on to computer and ProVation MD, locate patient, verify account/medical record number, and document correct information (PCP, scope number). Maintain HIPAA standards and use proper PPE; label scope trays with stickers as required. Check oral suction use with upper endoscopy; dispose of empty water bottles; dispose of dirty canisters and replace. Flush Environ-mate system with enzymatic solution daily and with bleach solution periodically as instructed, with proper water flushes and overnight procedures. Sign off computer and turn off monitor; remove used blue gowns to dirty utility room; stock rooms at end of day following par levels. Performs all other duties as needed. Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Effective written and verbal communications skills required. Successful completion of Central Processing Technology Course or Surgical Technician Program required. Experience: At least four (4) years of sterile processing experience in an operative setting; endoscopy experience preferred. Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Registered Central Service Technician (C.R.C.S.T) or Certified Sterile Processing/Dispatch Technician (C.S.P.D.T) or equivalent required; CRCST or CBSPD certification. Knowledge and Skills: Excellent organization, operations, people management, and problem solving skills. Ability to read and understand medical terminology. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; experience with instrument tracking software; EPIC and CSIQ/SPM preferred. Ability to multi-task is critical. Fiscal/Supervisory: Charge responsibility in absence of manager or supervisor. Physical Environment and Standards: Details on physical demands and environmental conditions provided in the job description; refer to original for specifics. Additional Job Details
Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: 2014 Washington Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Night Pay Range: - Grade: 6 Mass General Brigham offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits; compensation will be discussed during the offer process. EEO Statement
Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are provided to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. For accommodations contact Human Resources. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework : Our competency framework defines critical leadership behaviors and is used to evaluate performance, identify development needs, and support talent management across the system.
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