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Surgical Instrument Inventory Specialist - Full Time Days

Orlando Health, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885

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Position Summary Knowledge of the surgical instrument inventory and all aspects of the sterilization process, including quality processes and troubleshooting of instrument delivery.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates, through clinical practice, knowledge and a clear understanding of the entire instrument delivery system, including quality processes, infection control, instrument functional quality control, sterilization and aseptic technique.

Troubleshoots instrument delivery problems and makes recommendations for solving instrument deficits and/or unusual needs or requests unique to the Level I trauma and tertiary surgical care environments.

Makes critical decisions in the sterilization process and instrumentation inventory.

Collaborates with the Surgery ANMs, Coordinators, and Clinical Resource Coordinator to troubleshoot instrumentation problems occurring during a surgical procedure, makes recommendations and addresses identified surgeon concerns and needs.

Addresses identified surgeon concerns and has the responsibility for providing the Surgeon and Surgery ANMs with specific information regarding SPD action and problem resolution plans.

Is a resource and mentor for the SP team and for clinicians in Surgery and procedural areas.

Recommends instrument inventory operational and capital purchases.

Identifies broken, incomplete, limited resource or missing items.

Contacts appropriate vendor for repairs of trays and records all outgoing merchandise.

Orders and receives instrumentation purchases, such as new and replacement inventory.

Monitors, completes, and reports count sheet changes and revisions.

Receives all incoming instrumentation, such as new repairs, purchases, etc.

Creates and provides reports and information to the Manager, Sterile Processing Services regarding instrument inventory.

Keeps daily record keeping and quality monitoring of instrument disinfectors and sterilizers as assigned.

Conducts and assists with orientation of new team members.

Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

Demonstrates the ability to maintain workflow and to prioritize and direct activities to optimize service.

Collaborates with the Manager, Sterile Processing Services on a continuing basis, and will maintain departmental records and files.

Responsible for ongoing input into the development of department process and quality improvements.

Demonstrates effective communication at all skill levels within the operating room, sterile supply and SPD.

Qualifications Education/Training

High School Graduate or equivalent.

Licensure/Certification

Nationally certified through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)

The Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD).

Experience

Three (3) years’ experience in sterile processing and demonstrated proficiency in all essential functions.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitals and Health Care

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