Instrument Coordinator - Central Services

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Instrument Coordinator - Central Services for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $27.24 – $41.21. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.

Job Summary

Responsible for the coordination and management of surgical instrumentation to support maintaining and operation of inventory for all current, consigned, and loaned instrument trays; manages Instrument Tracking software to include troubleshooting, data entry, and staff education; and collaborating with Surgical Services Specialty Charge Nurses and all other unit leaders in the allocation and maintenance of instrumentation.

Essential Functions

• Manages the development and maintenance of Instrument Tracking software, as well as monitoring repairs and down time for broken or missing instruments. Troubleshoots software issues and maintains work orders.

• Manage ingress and egress of all loaned and consigned instrumentation in collaboration with company vendors, Charge Nurses and other institutions.

• Manage sterilization parameters for all owned, loaned, and consigned instrumentation according to manufacture Instructions for Use (IFU). Train Caregivers on IFU sterilization parameter and cleaning process updates/changes.

• In collaboration with Specialty Charge Nurses, provide support for clinical education on new instrumentation for proper cleaning, assembly, and sterilization.

• In concert with Manager, develop policies for care, handling, and transport of all owned, loaned and consigned instrumentation. Report vendor noncompliance and maintain accountability.

• Support front line Caregivers in use and application of Instrument Tracking software. Assist in management of inventory system downtime.

• Collaborate with Specialty Charge Nurses, Sterile Processing, Material Management team, and other clinical stakeholders to facilitate the timely and accurate ordering of instrumentation. Maintain records of Instrumentation budgets for the Operating Room and Sterile Processing.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma Required: Or equivalent.

• Associate Degree Preferred:

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years Required: Sterile Processing field with experience in all surgical specialties.

• Preferred: Strong leadership skills and prior experience managing assets or systems.

• Preferred: Prior management experience

Credentials

• Required : Certified Registered Central Service Technician in state of practice.

• Required within 1 Year: Certified Instrument Specialist.

Skills

• Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with many interruptions. (Required)

• Knowledgeable of surgical instrumentation. (Required)

• Proficient computer skills including MS Office and other related software applications. (Required)

• Strong communication skills. (Required)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.

• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment, frequently.

• Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 5 lbs.

• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 10 lbs. force.

• Reaching frequently.

• Squat/ kneel occasionally.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.

• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.