Instrumentation Specialist

Job Summary

Under limited supervision is responsible for ordering, tracking, and receiving of surgical instruments, supplies, physical set building, vendor/OR coordinating and backup inventory maintenance, instructions for use (IFU) documentation, workflow process improvements, and generally maintaining an adequate level of instruments necessary for the efficient functioning of customer departments.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensures instrument trays are up and operational.
• Obtains quotes from vendors as needed, and submits orders for approval
• Works with the OR staff to ensure proper instruments are available and instrument par levels are maintained.
• Updates files, coordinate instruments needed, count sheets are created and maintained, assists in tracking instruments sent out for repair
• Function in the department as SPD Tech completing all duties and functions in that role (decontamination, assembling, and sterilization).
• Maintains the integrity of the electronic instrument tracking system.
• Makes recommendation for future instrument orders based on analysis of past tray builds and usages
• Assist OR team leaders with open instrumentation projects, building instrument trays if needed for coverage, documenting manufacturer recommendations, and getting new trays into circulation. Identify and suggest cost-saving approaches to storage and purchasing of inventory.
• Serve as an instrument expert and resource for staff related to instrument needs.
• Attends/conducts instrument tray optimization/reduction meetings.
• Acts as a liaison between the instrument tracking system provider, staff, facility information systems, and contracted software vendor.
• Independently determines appropriate container size for instrument containers, assess needs for custom made instrument carriers, weigh and assemble instrument sets according to AAMI standards.
• Orders other department supplies (as needed)
• Perform other departmental duties (as needed)
• Maintain inventory/supplies for instruments.
• Coordination of instrumentation needed based upon OR schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher preferred
• A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience required
• CRCST - Certified and Registered Central Service Technician through the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) required within 24 months of employment in this position OR
• CSPDT - Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician from the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) required within 24 months of employment in this position OR
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within 24 months of employment in this position OR
• TS-C - Tech in Surgery-Certified through National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required within 24 months of employment in this position

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking and decisive judgement
• Works under minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Physical Demands

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
• Reaching: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Occasionally
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.