Sterile Processing Coordinator - Operating Room

Essential Functions

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  Supervises and coordinates the organization and cleanliness of the department.
  
  



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  Monitors schedule and works with the manager to adjust staffing according to work volume and complexity.
  
  



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  Functions as a liaison to clinical managers of user departments.
  
  



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  Maintains supply inventory, making revisions to par levels as needed.
  
  



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  Reviews instrument trays, medication management, and exchanges medical equipment, carts and procedure trays as applicable.
  
  



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  Assists in utilizing customer feedback to identify and implement programs for improving services.
  
  



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  Assists the OR service coordinators with the acquisition of instruments and trays.
  
  



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  Maintains documentation process for loaner instrumentation delivery and removal.
  
  



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  Assists with updating and maintaining manufactures recommendations for cleaning, packaging, sterilization and storage of instruments and equipment.
  
  
  
  

Physical Requirements

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  Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
  
  



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  Requires bending, stooping, reaching, and stretching.
  
  



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  Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and be able to push and pull heavy loads.
  
  



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  Acuity in vision and hearing. Dexterity in both hands and fingers. Intact sense of smell and touch.
  
  



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  Must be able to work under pressure and perform repetitive motion tasks.
  
  

Education, Experience and Certifications

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  High school diploma or GED required.
  
  



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  Current SPD certification required.
  
  
  
  



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  Minimum 3 years central or sterile processing experience required.
  
  
  
  



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  Supervisory experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
  
  



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  Ability to read, write and comprehend English preferred.