SPD Instrument Quality Technician

Baptist Healthcare System • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

The SPD Instrument Quality Technician supports patient safety and surgical excellence by managing quality assurance activities, instrument inventory, sterilization documentation, and instrument maintenance coordination. The role serves as a resource for Sterile Processing and Surgical Services teams and performs Sterile Processing Technician duties as needed. The position is 40 hours per week, full-time, on the day shift.

Requirements

• CRCST or CBSPD certification required.
• Two years of experience in Sterile Processing, Surgical Services, or instrument management required.

Nice To Haves

• CIS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality audits of instrument trays and sets to verify cleanliness, functionality, accuracy, and readiness for patient care.
• Monitor sterilization records and quality assurance documentation for compliance with departmental and regulatory standards.
• Maintain computerized quality tracking systems, reports, and audit records.
• Manage inventory of surgical instruments, specialty sets, and backup supplies.
• Coordinate instrument repairs, preventive maintenance, refurbishment, and replacement with vendors and service providers.
• Maintain instrument tracking systems, set lineups, reference guides, and inventory records.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for SPD staff, Surgical Services, physicians, and vendors on instrumentation issues and best practices.
• Assist with troubleshooting instrument-related concerns and implementing corrective actions.
• Support staff education and continuous quality improvement through audit findings and process recommendations.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient work environment.
• Perform Sterile Processing Technician duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed