SURGICAL INSTRUMENT INVENTORY SPECIALIST-Days-Orlando ...

Join to apply for the SURGICAL INSTRUMENT INVENTORY SPECIALIST-Days-Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital-Lakeland, FL role at Orlando Health Position Summary Opening Summer 2026 at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL. The Orlando Health System of Care includes award?winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities spanning Florida, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Our dedicated team honors over 100 years of legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to patients, families and communities. Orleting Health, in partnership with the high?quality physicians at Watson Clinic, is expanding access to award?winning specialty care for patients in Polk County and beyond. Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital is a state?of?the?art, seven?story, multi?specialty hospital that will serve as a vital 550,000?square?foot healthcare hub, offering: 300+ inpatient beds and 69 emergency and observation beds 11 operating rooms and four cardiac interventional suites Dedicated labor and delivery services, including a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) debuting shortly after opening Comprehensive cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology services Advanced surgical procedures Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Polk County and share the privilege of saying you were there from the very beginning. Benefits Beyond the Expected Benefits that begin on Day 1 Four (4) weeks paid parental leave Debt?free degrees through our Preferred Education Program Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs Back?up childcare and elder care Fertility benefits and adoption assistance NCLEX reimbursement Free NCPDs for RN license Free Kaplan review courses Dedicated RN career counselor and GN coordinators to develop you Specialty certifications reimbursement And more! Responsibilities Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the entire instrument delivery system, including quality processes, infection control, instrument functional quality control, sterilization, and aseptic technique. Troubleshoot instrument delivery problems and recommend solutions for instrument deficits and unusual needs in Level I trauma and tertiary surgical care environments. Make critical decisions in the sterilization process and instrumentation inventory. Collaborate with the Surgery ANMs, coordinators, and Clinical Resource Coordinator to troubleshoot instrumentation problems during surgery and address identified surgeon concerns. Provide the Surgeon and Surgery ANMs with specific information regarding SPD action and problem resolution plans. Serve as a resource and mentor for the SP team and clinicians in surgery and procedural areas. Recommend instrument inventory operational and capital purchases. Identify broken, incomplete, or missing items and contact appropriate vendors for repairs. Order and receive instrumentation purchases, such as new and replacement inventory. Monitor, complete, and report count sheet changes and revisions. Receive all incoming instrumentation, such as new repairs and purchases. Create and provide reports to the Manager, Sterile Processing Services regarding instrument inventory. Maintain daily record keeping and quality monitoring of instrument disinfectors and sterilizers as assigned. Assist with orientation of new team members. Maintain reasonable attendance, punctuality, and compliance with Orlando Health policies, ADA, FMLA and other standards. Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions Maintain workflow and prioritize activities to optimize service. Collaborate with the Manager, Sterile Processing Services on a continuing basis and maintain departmental records and files. Provide ongoing input into department process and quality improvements. Demonstrate effective communication at all skill levels within the operating room, sterile supply and SPD. Qualifications Education/Training: High School Graduate or equivalent. Licensure/Certification: Nationally certified through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD). Experience: Three (3) years experience in sterile processing and demonstrated proficiency in all essential functions. Employment Details Seniority level: Mid?Senior level Employment type: Full?time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Orlando Health by 2x. Get notified about new Instrument Specialist jobs in Orlando, FL. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2026-03-07