Ensures continuity and quality of service by providing support to SPD/OR in cooperation with OR and SPD supervisors through the proper coordination of the case cart system, proper scheduling, and constant communication between the two departments.
Daily communication with OR and SPD leadership / caregivers on instrument needs turnovers and frictions. Meets with and works with Operating Room staff and surgeons as required.
Ensures accuracy and completeness of all preference cards and functions related to the position.
For example accurate preference cards pick sheets and other forms related to case cart preparation
Conducts instrument processing satisfaction Audits as needed.
Keep track of case-flow during the shift and notifies the Sterile Processing Supervisor in advance of additional needs and follows up in a timely manner for completeness.
All request/needs from the OR are funneled through Coordinator to Supervisor and vice versa to keep track of instrument flow and needs throughout the shift. This will help with a smoother workflow and accountability while preventing the influx of calls to the department and inefficiencies.
Assist with the planning and coordination of instrument turnarounds and communicate with the surgical team regarding information that may affect surgery start time
Review the accuracy of surgical trays and resolve any discrepancies that may arise
Perform data analysis to understand trends and identify operational issues within the Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department
Manages the routing of instrumentation for routine sharpening by obtaining and completing required forms for approval.
Documents and sends broken instrumentation out for repair.
Completes documentation as required for inventory/equipment requests instrument sets etc.
Assist in maintenance of instrument tracking system
Orders and procures loaner instrumentation according to Loaner policy
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Shares knowledge with co-workers through open communication at staff meetings and in-services for continuous upgrading of skills.
Acts as preceptor as needed to ensure proper training of all new SPD Techs especially in the CORE area and anything concerning case cart management.
Demonstrated Leadership qualities in all interactions
Ensures proper operational processes are followed by all MRH OR and Vendor teams in conjunction with the CDPHE, TJC, OSHA, CDC, AAMI, AORN standards policies and procedures.
Maintains ingress and egress related to Loaner instruments.
Coverers for absent supervisor
Performs SPD Tech duties as needed
Performs other duties as needed
Minimum requirements: 5 years' experience in sterile processing field Job Posted by ApplicantPro
