Instrument Inventory Planner

SHIFT:

• Develops and maintains easy-to-use references for the instrument management system.
• Establishes and maintains current count sheet lists for every set used throughout the CHOP system.
• Establishes and maintains picture files in the instrument management program.
• Supports CPD efficiency by ensuring necessary, real-time information is available in the instrument management system for staff assembling instrument sets.
• Develops and maintains records for but not limited to:
• Maintains instrument database in the instrument management program ensuring accuracy and standardization.
• Maintains set database in the instrument management program, including inventory record for all instrument sets.
• Maintains a current record of loaners and consignment sets in house.
• Generates trend reports of instrument refurbishment, repair, and replacement costs month to month.
• Maintains daily out-for-repair notices to the clinical leadership teams.
• Maintains inventory record and report of all floor instruments/trays.
• Team Coordination
• Functions as the liaison CHOP teams, manufacturers, and vendors to acquire information on new products, assess the marketplace for cost reduction opportunities and assist leadership in the identification and evaluation of new products/services to ensure high quality while maximizing cost effectiveness across the CHOOP enterprise.
• Collaborates with surgical services Specialty Coordinators to ensure all changes related to instrumentation are coordinated as appropriate.
• Demonstrates understanding of Central Processing infection control process and policies as they pertain to instrument and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborates with HLD/S team to arrange appropriate in-service education for staff.
• Utilizes data and analytics to assure the development of a realistic volume adjusted par level for surgical instrumentation in conjunction with clinical leaders.
• Works closely with Specialty Coordinators, Central Processing staff, Procurement, and other clinical stakeholders to facilitate the timely and accurate ordering of instrumentation.
• Provides support for clinical education/training on new instrumentation.
• Assists in training identified Central Processing personnel on instrument set assembly.

• High School Diploma / GED Required
• Associate's Degree Preferred

• At least two (2) years Progressive Sterile Processing experience in a complex and diverse healthcare environment. Required
• At least two (2) years Experience facilitating the workflow in a multi-service surgical enterprise Required
• At least two (2) years Experience as a sterile processing technician Required
• At least one (1) year Computer skill training involving some Microsoft excel experience Preferred
• At least one (1) year Experience with instrument tracking systems Preferred

• Familiar with SPM Microsystems or equivalent system.
• Proficiency with Microsoft
• Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, team members, and to customers, contracted providers and vendors.

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) - upon hire - Required or
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - CertificationBoard forSterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) - upon hire - Required or
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - Internl Assoc Healthcare Central Svc Material Mgmt - upon hire - Required

SALARY RANGE:

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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