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Sterile Processing Instrument Specialist

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22.90 - 34.35 USD / Hour
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Responsible for ensuring that the department has everything it needs to operate efficiently and effectively. Ensures that instruments and supplies are readily available for processing through purchasing and coordinating with the vendor for loaners and trials. Oversees instrument repairs, instrument transfers between the organization's multiple facilities, and instrument tracking system.

Job Responsibility:

  • Coordinates the repair of instruments with appropriate vendor and maintains a log for tracking items set off-site
  • Coordinates the maintenance of instrument sets by assessing surgical case schedule and deducing which instruments can be removed from circulation
  • Coordinates the procurement of and return of loaner, vendor, and/or trial instrument sets
  • Orders new and replacement supplies and instruments based on inventory, par levels, iShare requests, and at the direction of the Manager of Sterile Processing while striving to adhere to departmental budgets
  • Assists with resolving product and/or instrument recalls as quickly as possible to promote patient care
  • Maintains the department's instrument tracking system by entering new instruments into system and building count sheets
  • Collaborates with SPD Liaisons to ensure sets are available and complete
  • Uses excellent communication skills when discussing instrument availability with SPD Supervisors, SPD Liaisons, and/or OR Clinical Coordinators
  • Expert in all aspects of the sterile processing cycle and ability to provide guidance and education to SPD
  • Assists with special projects and interdepartmental committees as needed
  • Assists with Sterile Processing staffing as needed

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Two years' experience in Sterile Processing required
  • Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) or other sterile processing certification required
  • Certification as a Surgical Instrument Specialist required within one year of hire
What we offer:
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

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Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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