Instrument Management Coordinator

STERIS Corporation•Chicago, IL

5d•$22 - $29

About The Position

The Instrument Management Coordinator provides support and coordination for instrument purchasing, inventory, repair and maintenance, and tracking-system upkeep. The role manages instrumentation across multiple departments and maintains a collaborative working relationship with the customer. It includes on-site support at assigned facilities, with a focus on cost savings and ensuring surgical tools function properly for their intended purpose. The coordinator manages instrument-related budgets and communicates about adherence to customer requirements, proposing budget changes for replacements or additional inventory as needed. The role works with hospital leaders and teams to update count sheets, preference cards, tray configurations, inventory lists, and care and handling processes. It also maintains sterilization assurance materials and supplies, records daily cost-saving initiatives and barriers, and works regularly with the STERIS IMS Account Manager and support teams to resolve customer needs and issues. The listed pay range is $22.47–$29.08, and the position is eligible for bonus participation. Pay rates may depend on factors including local labor market costs, relevant experience, education, certifications, and language fluency. STERIS describes its benefits portfolio as comprehensive and competitive, with details available through its benefits information. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of experience working with surgical instruments/devices and/or as an SPD/SCPD technician.
SPD Technician Certification.
Knowledge of and ability to work efficiently with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
Ability to learn and work efficiently in ERP systems and learn additional software as required.

Responsibilities

Manage the customer’s instrument budget and communicate about adherence to customer requirements, including proposing budget modifications for replacements and additional inventory.
Manage purchasing and inventory for instruments, devices, and products.
Manage the instrument and device repair and maintenance program.
Provide on-site support and communication to assigned facilities, focusing on cost savings and ensuring surgical tools function properly for their intended purpose.
Collaborate with System Executives, the Director of Surgery, OR and Perioperative teams, leaders/coordinators, and the SPD manager to plan and implement updates to count sheets, preference cards, tray configurations, and inventory lists.
Collaborate with managers to review and reset appropriate care and handling processes.
Maintain and update the instrument Tracking System.
Manage and maintain required sterilization assurance materials and supplies for departmental needs.
Document daily cost-saving initiatives, including total savings, and report potential barriers to implementation.
Communicate regularly with the STERIS IMS Account Manager and support teams to address customer needs and resolve issues promptly.