Surgical Tray Coordinator - Surgery Center, SPD

The Surgical Tray and Back-up Implant Coordinator collaborate with the ANII/Sterile Processing Manager and Supervisors, Procurement Analysts, Implant Coordinators, Clinical Nurses III Service-Line Leads, and the Director of Perioperative Services regarding operations within the Operating Rooms.

Assignments are given according to organizational goals. Goal attainment is reviewed on an as-needed basis within the UCLA Healthcare Ronald Reagan Ambulatory Surgery Center under the direct supervision of the Unit Director Department of Perioperative Nursing, OR Manager, and Supervisors. The incumbent develops and recommends new policies, procedures, and practices, and implements specificrecommendations which may include coordinating with several service departments and personnel. Able to maintain, prioritize, and expedite workflow; provides advice and assistance withproblem-solving as needed.

A Sterile Processing Technician with knowledge of operating room experience is preferred or Surgical Technician with knowledge of Sterile Processing.

* CRCST or CST required
* Minimum of three years' experience in a healthcare setting with experience in Purchasing and/or inventory management experience preferred.
* Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with staff and vendors.
* Oral communication skills to obtain and convey information clearly and concisely.
* Computer skills in Word, and Excel.
* SPM, Lawson, Epic preferred.
* Ability to work with minimal supervision.
* Ability to create and administer a task priority list based on company needs.
* Must be able to perform the following tasks: occasionally bend, lift, stretch, and reach below the waist and above the head.
* Lift and move trays and equipment with a minimum of 25 lbs.
* Ability to perform and support this role at other sites within Operative Services
* Cross-training provided as needed.
* Bachelor's Degree preferred.