A Sterile Processing Technician sterilizes, cleans, and prepares medical equipment for use. May also help install and repair large equipment. Works in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
Instrument Coordinator-KP SPD-Day Shift (35 Hours) NYU Langone Health - 4.3 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $66,299.99 - $78,000.00 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Wellness program Qualifications Cross-functional communication
Full Job Description Job ID:
1165324_RR00123431
Facility:
NYU Langone Hospitals Position Type:
Full-Time/Regular Shift:
Day Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm
Department:
Nursing, Kimmel Sterile Processing (H593), NYU Langone Hospitals, NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health. For more information, go to NYU Langone Health, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Instrument Coordinator-KP SPD-Day Shift (35 Hours). In this role, the successful candidate The Instrument Coordinator is responsible for completion and accuracy of new instrument sets, assessment and evaluation of instrument tray packaging and weight, acquisition and replacement of new instruments and damaged or missing instruments. The Instrument Coordinator will communicate daily with the charge resource nurses in each OR department. This person will meet daily with the Central Sterile Processing Department Management and Lead Technicians to assure concise communication. Assists with preparation of case cart build and coordination of instrument delivery to the Operating Rooms. Prepares instrument refurbishing schedules, maintains an organized work area, and accounts for instrumentation released and received for refurbishing. Controls and minimizes the individual peel-pouched items in the instrument storage area, using these instruments in sets when needed, and supply overstocked instrumentation to SPD. The Instrument Coordinator must be able to resolve problems related to instruments, implants, drills, and all power equipment. The Coordinator analyzes instrument usage through various tracking reports, identifies need for modification of usage/tray-builds and adjustments to preference cards. Has authority to influence decision makers on modifications to preference cards or inventory orders.
Job Responsibilities:
Perform other departmental duties as (needed) Coordination of instrumentation needed for the following day with the OR schedule. This includes capturing all of the booked and add-on procedures. Responsible for ordering replacement instrumentation and refurbishing of damaged or missing instrumentation. Makes recommendations to management of modification needs of future instrument orders based on analysis of past tray builds and usages. Independently determines appropriate container size for instrument containers, assess needs for custom made instrument carriers, weigh and assemble instrument sets according to AAMI standards. Assist OR team leaders with open instrumentation projects, building instrument trays if needed for coverage, documenting manufacturer recommendations, and getting new trays into circulation. Identifies and suggest cost- saving approaches to storage and purchasing of inventory. Act as liaison between Surgical Services and the Sterile Processing Department, communicating clear messages between Surgical Services and SPD to prioritize needs and complete instrumentation projects. Attends/conducts instrument tray optimization/reduction meetings Maintains a well-organized instrument storage area, controlling and minimizing peel-pouched instrumentation. Maintains database of instruments ordered for services provided Provides alternatives to instrumentation from different manufacturers Works with vendors to obtain quotes for custom instruments and education Creates, updates, and makes recommendations for updates to count sheets based on user needs Maintain inventory/supplies for instruments Assists leadership team with oversight of front line staff as needed Perform QA audits on instrument trays (as needed) Regularly audits case carts for completion (if applicable) Orders other department supplies (as needed)
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a To qualify you must either: Have a Bachelors degree and one year Central Sterile Processing (CSP) experience. Must be Certified Registered Central Service Technician though Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or
CBSPD. OR 2
years of experience (at least one of those years must be Central Sterile Processing experience), be Certified Registered Central Service Technician though Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or CBSPD, and have at least 1 of any of the following certifications: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Lean Six Sigma Black Bet Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) via National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assistant National Commission of Certification for the Certification of Surgical Assistants American Board of Surgical Assistants.
Required Licenses:
Central Sterile tech (HSPA)
Preferred Qualifications:
3 years experience with surgical instruments. Knowledge of instrument tracking software such as SPM. Customer service experience. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights:
Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $66,299.99 - $78,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from NYU Langone. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. In this role, the successful candidate The Instrument Coordinator is responsible for completion and accuracy of new instrument sets, assessment and evaluation of instrument tray packaging and weight, acquisition and replacement of new instruments and damaged or missing instruments. The Instrument Coordinator will communicate daily with the charge resource nurses in each OR department. This person will meet daily with the Central Sterile Processing Department Management and Lead Technicians to assure concise communication. Assists with preparation of case cart build and coordination of instrument delivery to the Operating Rooms. Prepares instrument refurbishing schedules, maintains an organized work area, and accounts for instrumentation released and received for refurbishing. Controls and minimizes the individual peel-pouched items in the instrument storage area, using these instruments in sets when needed, and supply overstocked instrumentation to SPD. The Instrument Coordinator must be able to resolve problems related to instruments, implants, drills, and all power equipment. The Coordinator analyzes instrument usage through various tracking reports, identifies need for modification of usage/tray-builds and adjustments to preference cards. Has authority to influence decision makers on modifications to preference cards or inventory orders.
Job Responsibilities:
Perform other departmental duties as (needed) Coordination of instrumentation needed for the following day with the OR schedule. This includes capturing all of the booked and add-on procedures. Responsible for ordering replacement instrumentation and refurbishing of damaged or missing instrumentation. Makes recommendations to management of modification needs of future instrument orders based on analysis of past tray builds and usages. Independently determines appropriate container size for instrument containers, assess needs for custom made instrument carriers, weigh and assemble instrument sets according to AAMI standards. Assist OR team leaders with open instrumentation projects, building instrument trays if needed for coverage, documenting manufacturer recommendations, and getting new trays into circulation. Identifies and suggest cost- saving approaches to storage and purchasing of inventory. Act as liaison between Surgical Services and the Sterile Processing Department, communicating clear messages between Surgical Services and SPD to prioritize needs and complete instrumentation projects. Attends/conducts instrument tray optimization/reduction meetings Maintains a well-organized instrument storage area, controlling and minimizing peel-pouched instrumentation. Maintains database of instruments ordered for services provided Provides alternatives to instrumentation from different manufacturers Works with vendors to obtain quotes for custom instruments and education Creates, updates, and makes recommendations for updates to count sheets based on user needs Maintain inventory/supplies for instruments Assists leadership team with oversight of front line staff as needed Perform QA audits on instrument trays (as needed) Regularly audits case carts for completion (if applicable) Orders other department supplies (as needed)
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a To qualify you must either: Have a Bachelors degree and one year Central Sterile Processing (CSP) experience. Must be Certified Registered Central Service Technician though Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or
CBSPD. OR 2
years of experience (at least one of those years must be Central Sterile Processing experience), be Certified Registered Central Service Technician though Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or CBSPD, and have at least 1 of any of the following certifications: Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Lean Six Sigma Black Bet Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) via National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assistant National Commission of Certification for the Certification of Surgical Assistants American Board of Surgical Assistants.
Required Licenses:
Central Sterile tech (HSPA)
Preferred Qualifications:
3 years experience with surgical instruments. Knowledge of instrument tracking software such as SPM. Customer service experience. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights:
Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $66,299.99 - $78,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from NYU Langone. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. About NYU Langone Health Be Where Everyone Is Dedicated to Exceptional Care NYU Langone is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic health system with Magnet®-recognized status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Our trifold mission to care, teach, and discover is achieved daily through NYU Langone's inclusive culture devoted to excellence across the organization. Here, you can advance your career supported by exceptionally talented faculty and staff in an environment where everyone works together to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. Our Hiring Process Joining Our Team Get ready to start your career journey at NYU Langone, where cutting-edge research meets compassionate care, and discover how you can contribute to shaping the future of medicine. Step 1 Apply Online The NYU Langone hiring process begins with you applying through our online portal. Be sure to update and upload your resume. Shortly after you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. Ten days after applying you will receive a talent assessment to be completed. Step 2 Schedule Interviews If selected to continue the interview process, HR will reach out via phone or email first. Then, depending on your position, they will schedule an interview with unit managers or team members. You are encouraged to dress professionally for all interviews. Step 3 Receive Offer If you successfully complete the interview process and are identified as a finalist for the position, we will require that you complete a professional reference process. After evaluating the completed references, a decision will be made on who will receive a preliminary offer. If you receive a preliminary offer, HR will start the onboarding process with an agreed-upon tentative start date. Step 4 Training & Orientation You will be contacted by an onboarding specialist who will work with you on your pre-boarding requirements. Once fully cleared, we will ask you to complete compliance orientation regulatory training. On your first day, you will attend an online required orientation to acclimate to the health system and report to your new department based on instructions provided by your hiring manager.
