Sterile Processing Instrument Coordinator Augusta

Wellstar Health System

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Instrument Coordinator coordinates and manages surgical instrumentation to support inventory operations for current, consigned, and loaned instrument trays. The role manages instrument tracking software, including troubleshooting, data entry, and staff education, and collaborates with Surgical Services Specialty Charge Nurses and other unit leaders on instrumentation allocation and maintenance. The coordinator works with vendors, clinical stakeholders, and internal teams to manage loaned and consigned instrumentation, order instruments, monitor repairs and downtime, and ensure sterilization parameters follow manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU). The role also supports education on new instrumentation and tracking software, contributes to policies for instrument care and handling, and assists with inventory system downtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Less than one year of experience in the sterile processing field or as a surgical technician with experience in surgical specialties.
Surgical instrumentation knowledge.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with many interruptions.
Proficient computer skills, including MS Office and other related software applications.
Strong communication skills.
One of the following certifications is required upon hire: CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician), CSPDT (Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician), or CST (Certified Surgical Technologist).

Responsibilities

Manage the development and maintenance of Instrument Tracking software, monitor repairs and downtime for broken or missing instruments, troubleshoot software issues, and maintain work orders.
Manage the ingress and egress of loaned and consigned instrumentation in collaboration with vendors, Charge Nurses, and other institutions; maintain vendor accountability and report vendor non-compliance.
Collaborate with Specialty Charge Nurses, Sterile Processing, the Material Management team, and other clinical stakeholders to facilitate timely and accurate instrument ordering.
Manage sterilization parameters for owned, loaned, and consigned instrumentation according to manufacturer Instructions for Use (IFU), and train relevant individuals on updates or changes to sterilization parameters and cleaning processes.
Collaborate with the Sterile Processing Educator to support clinical education on proper cleaning, assembly, and sterilization of new instrumentation.
Develop policies with the Manager for care, handling, and transport of owned, loaned, and consigned instrumentation.
Support frontline caregivers in using and applying Instrument Tracking software.
Assist in managing inventory system downtime.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.