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Form of workTypical pay range: $23. 19 - $31. 02
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:Sterile Processing Instrument and Implants Coordinator
REPORTS TO POSITION:Sterile Processing Manager
DEPARTMENT:Sterile Processing
DATE LAST REVIEWED: December 27, 2021
OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: In addition to building case carts for surgical procedures, Sterile Processing is responsible for cleaning and sterilizing surgical instruments for all Operating Room procedures.
POSITION OVERVIEW: Proficiently cleans, decontaminates, assembles, sterilizes, and distributes equipment, implants and instruments used within the Hospital. Coordinates instruments, implants, and equipment needs for specific surgeries. Liaison between the Operating Room and Sterile Processing. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Managing inventory of instruments and implants. Setting and maintaining PAR levels. Complies with procurement procedures. Insures broken instruments and repairs are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
Orders and maintains instrument sets and surgical implants.
Maintains current instruments and implant information within the instrument tracking system.
Facilitates vendor interactions, contract management, and product education.
Interact with reps and Operating Room specialty coordinators to ensure St. Charles Health System Policies and Procedures are followed.
Utilizes information systems and purchasing process flows.
Interacts with Operating Room leadership in process improvement.
Communicate with doctors, doctors' office, Operating Room and office schedulers to clarify requests.
Works with Sterile Processing Manager for Quality Assurance reporting, and process supply improvements.
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION:
Required: High school diploma or GED. Must be willing to take additional courses as requested.
Preferred: Some college coursework
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Required: Current certification in Sterile Processing
Preferred: Advanced level instrument certification from CBSPD or IAHCSMM.
EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED: One year of Sterile Processing experience.
PREFERRED: Advanced level instrument experience. Ability to deal with high stress associated with high-volume critical care departments, physicians, clinical, and support staff. Advanced knowledge of Sterile Processing procedures and policies.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Successful completion of Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE) prior to employment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Standing, walking, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing, Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 11-25 pounds.
Occasionally (25%): Climbing ladder/step stool, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 25-50 pounds, Ability to hear whispered speech level.
Rarely (10%): Sitting, climbing stairs, keyboard Operation, operation of motor vehicle.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Occasionally (25%): Heat, cold, wet/slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
Risk for Exposure to BBP
Schedule Weekly Hours:
40Caregiver Type:
RegularShift:
Second Shift (United States of America)Is Exempt Position?
NoJob Family:
COORDINATOR CENTRAL PROCESSINGScheduled Days of the Week:
As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)Shift Start & End Time:
Monday-Friday 1330-2200
