Tray Coordinator, Sterile Processing - West Valley Main OR

Incumbent will perform duties as a Loaner Tray Coordinator: Manages and
follows department business and regulatory practices when receiving,
inventorying, processing and returning of vendor loaner, consigned and owned
instrument & implant trays; when indicated by patient care requirements.
Other major duties include, but are not limited to, distribution of supplies or
equipment, customer service and departmental efficiencies. Incumbent
facilitates care and processing of surgical instruments; and functions in
the Certified Sterile Processing Technician role as needed. Cross training
will be provided.

Incumbent develops and recommends new policies, procedures, and
practice and implements specific recommendations, which may include
coordinating with several service departments and personnel; provides advice
and assistance with problem solving.Assignments are given according to
organizational goals. Attainment of goals are reviewed on an as needed basis
within the UCLA Healthcare West Valley Operating Room, WV Campus under the
direct supervision of Sterile Processing Manager and Supervisor, Asset Manager,
Assistant Director of the Operating Room and the Director of Perioperative
Services. Incumbent will collaborate along with the SPD Manager and the Director
of Perioperative Services regarding operations within the sterile processing
department.

• Strictly obeys the healthcare regulations for
  infection control, while consistently demonstrating a high degree of accuracy
  and attention to detail.
• Attends all in-services/workshops as requested.
  Assists in the orientation and skill development of new staff members. Attends
  and participates in required fire, safety, disaster, body mechanics, etc.
  classes and/or drills.
• Consistently maintains good guest relations
  interdepartmentally, interdepartmentally, using English language in both
  written and verbal format, uses good telephone etiquette, sensitive to
  co-workers, patients, physicians, and family members, consistently maintains a
  courteous and respectful manner, confidentiality of patients, healthcare, or
  physician related information
• Conducts personal business on break or lunchtime.
• Prioritizes appropriately and knows when to call for assistance.
• Able to work independently and rotate
  efficiently to all shifts as assigned, as well as actively participating in
  Quality Management and Performance Improvement programs.
• Expert user of Inventory Tracking System (SPM
  and Lawson)
• Superior computer skills required: knowledge of
  Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
• CRCST, CIS and CHL certifications strongly
  recommended