EXPERIENCE:
Two or more years related experience in a similarly complex surgical services environment. Experience should demonstrate thorough knowledge of effective sterilizing techniques and experience in processing variety of surgical instruments used in services such as cardiovascular neurosurgery orthopedics ophthalmology otolaryngology pediatrics genitourinary and plastic surgery.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensures continuity and quality of service by providing support to SPD/OR in cooperation with ACM�s OR Leads 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 management and SPD leadership on instrument needs turn overs and frictions. Meets with and works with Operating Room staff and surgeons as required
Ensures accuracy and completeness of all administrative documents and functions related to the position. For example accurate preference cards pick sheets and other forms related to case cart system.Conducts instrument processing satisfaction surveys/Audits as needed.Keep track of case-flow during the shift and notifies the Sterile Processing Supervisor of Operations 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 influx of calls to the department and inefficiencies.Assigns staff assignments as needed in collaboration with the SPD supervisors.
Assist with the planning and coordination of instrument turnarounds and communicate with the surgical team regarding information that may affect surgery start timeReview the accuracy of surgical trays and resolve any discrepancies that may arisePerform data analysis to understand trends and identify operational issues within the Operating Room and Sterile Processing DepartmentAssists The Instrument Management Supervisor in 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.Orders and procures loaner instrumentation.Shares knowledge with co-workers through open communication at huddles 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 systems.Ensures proper operational processes are followed by all members of the APD OR and Vendor team in conjunction with the Department of Health TJC OSHA CDC AAMI AORN standards facilities policies and procedures.Coverers for absent supervisorPerforms other duties as needed