What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrument Coordinator position at TriHealth?
Job Overview
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position is accountable to the Supervisor of Central Service. This position involves maintaining inventory of both sterile and non-sterile instruments which are utilized in the Perioperative Department. It includes initiation of the repair and replacement process for instrumentation and evaluation of new/additional needs for instrumentation. This position includes the responsibility for organization of instrument storage, distribution of instruments, maintenance of appropriate par levels including shelf life, and the procurement and control of consignments. Assists in policy and procedure development; Serves as liaison between C.S. and O.R. regarding sterilization of items, both Sterrad and steam; Performs related duties of Instrument Technician as needed.
Job Requirements
High School Diploma or GED Degree (Required)
1 - 2 years experience in a related field (Required)
Knowledge of basic instrumentation
Knowledge of autoclaves and other instrument processing Equipment to include troubleshooting
Certification in Sterile Processing Certification in sterile processing within 1 Year Required
Job Responsibilities
Act as instrument resource and liaison to OR staff, specialty leaders and perioperative management team.
Demonstrate the ability to function as a Tech II as needed
Maintain and updates instrument tray assembly sheets. Act as instrument resource to all levels of CSS Technicians.
Monitor and maintain instrument repair functions. Includes pickup, delivery, record-keeping, P.O. processing and on-site repair schedules. Communicates to staff when instruments are not in service due to repairs.
Monitor instrument inventory. Track lost or borrowed instruments. Replace broken instrumentation. Communicates to staff when instruments are not available due to loss or damage.
Working Conditions
Bending -
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating -
Continuous Learning -
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently
Interpersonal Communication -
Kneeling - Occasionally
Lifting Lifting 50 Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting Pulling - Rarely
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Reading -
Sitting - Consistently
Standing - Occasionally
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Consistently
Thinking/Reasoning -
Use of Hands - Consistently
Color Vision - Occasionally
Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Occasionally
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following
Serve: ALWAYS...
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position is accountable to the Supervisor of Central Service. This position involves maintaining inventory of both sterile and non-sterile instruments which are utilized in the Perioperative Department. It includes initiation of the repair and replacement process for instrumentation and evaluation of new/additional needs for instrumentation. This position includes the responsibility for organization of instrument storage, distribution of instruments, maintenance of appropriate par levels including shelf life, and the procurement and control of consignments. Assists in policy and procedure development; Serves as liaison between C.S. and O.R. regarding sterilization of items, both Sterrad and steam; Performs related duties of Instrument Technician as needed.
Job Requirements
High School Diploma or GED Degree (Required)
1 - 2 years experience in a related field (Required)
Knowledge of basic instrumentation
Knowledge of autoclaves and other instrument processing Equipment to include troubleshooting
Certification in Sterile Processing Certification in sterile processing within 1 Year Required
Job Responsibilities
Act as instrument resource and liaison to OR staff, specialty leaders and perioperative management team.
Demonstrate the ability to function as a Tech II as needed
Maintain and updates instrument tray assembly sheets. Act as instrument resource to all levels of CSS Technicians.
Monitor and maintain instrument repair functions. Includes pickup, delivery, record-keeping, P.O. processing and on-site repair schedules. Communicates to staff when instruments are not in service due to repairs.
Monitor instrument inventory. Track lost or borrowed instruments. Replace broken instrumentation. Communicates to staff when instruments are not available due to loss or damage.
Working Conditions
Bending -
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating -
Continuous Learning -
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently
Interpersonal Communication -
Kneeling - Occasionally
Lifting Lifting 50 Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting Pulling - Rarely
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Reading -
Sitting - Consistently
Standing - Occasionally
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Consistently
Thinking/Reasoning -
Use of Hands - Consistently
Color Vision - Occasionally
Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Occasionally
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following
Serve: ALWAYS...
- Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
- Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
- Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
- Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
- Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
- Work on improving quality, safety, and service
- Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
- Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
- Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
- Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
- Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
- Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
- Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
- Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community