Surgical Supply Technician

2 weeks ago

Albany, New York, United States Albany Medical Center Full time

Department/Unit:
Supply Chain Surgical Services

Work Shift:
Evening (United States of America)


The Surgical Supply Technician is responsible for implementing and overseeing systems that ensure the timely delivery of essential materials, including supplies, instruments, and equipment, to the surgical care area.

This role is crucial in fulfilling the operational requirements of surgical patients by efficiently organizing, receiving, and accurately storing and distributing surgical instruments, consumable supplies, and equipment to the operating room suites.

The Supply Technician will facilitate a cohesive SPD/Sterile Core/Supply Chain Management operation within the surgical environment, functioning under the guidance of the OR RN clinical manager(s).

Ensures that all surgeon requirements, as outlined on the surgical preference card, are meticulously prepared and assembled ahead of the scheduled procedures, while also expediting needs for add-on and emergency cases.

Acts as a vital link between the Surgery departments, SPD, Materials Management, and Clinical Engineering to guarantee the availability of safe instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical procedures.

Maintains an accurate inventory of supplies and instruments within the surgical cores, tracking usage through established inventory and instrument control systems as directed by Supply Chain Management and Perioperative Services.


Salary Range:
$ $26.15

Key Responsibilities:
1. Establish and uphold appropriate levels of surgical supplies and sterile instruments specific to the core.

2. Generate requisitions for the procurement and replenishment of materials and instruments as necessary.

3. Ensure the receipt and proper storage of specialized materials and instruments to guarantee their availability prior to scheduled cases.


4. Complete the assembly of surgical case carts, ensuring they are fully stocked and delivered to the designated suite ahead of the procedure.

5. Maintain a foundational understanding of the SPD case cart assembly process for backup or urgent replenishment situations.

6. Ensure all unopened and unused supplies are returned to their designated locations and documented in the inventory control system, ensuring timely return of SPD-related supplies.

7. Actively assist surgical staff by providing necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment before or during procedures.

8. Confirm that all supplies are patient-safe, ensuring they are not expired and follow hospital policy for recalled items.


9. Establish and maintain a stock inventory of all supplies and instruments for the assigned core/service, utilizing a handheld computer to monitor usage and conduct inventory cycle counts for accuracy.

10. Initiate restock orders for all inventory items and process supply and equipment requisitions as needed.


11. Collaborate with various vendors to ensure the availability of specialty products and assist in problem-solving and researching case-specific items.


12. Record received supplies in the inventory system, placing them in the assigned bin locations, including lot, serial, and expiry information where applicable.


13. Serve as a resource in the value analysis process, assisting clinical staff with inquiries regarding supplies, instruments, and equipment.


14. Ensure case carts are fully stocked according to the surgeon's predefined preference cards by reviewing partially assembled carts from SPD and completing the assembly with remaining items from the surgical cores.


15. Integrate LEAN principles into daily operations to provide efficient and effective service to both internal and external customers.

16. Adhere to antiseptic techniques to maintain the sterility of supplies, instruments, and the clean/sterile environment.

Qualifications:
High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required

2 to 3 years of experience in a support role, particularly in inventory control - preferred

Basic business and computer skills are essential, along with demonstrated planning, interpersonal, and communication abilities.

Physical Demands:
Standing - Constantly

Walking - Constantly

Sitting - Rarely

Lifting - Frequently

Carrying - Frequently

Pushing - Occasionally

Pulling - Occasionally

Climbing - Occasionally

Balancing - Occasionally

Stooping - Frequently

Kneeling - Frequently

Crouching - Frequently

Crawling - Occasionally

Reaching - Frequently

Handling - Frequently

Grasping - Frequently

Feeling - Constantly

Talking - Constantly

Hearing - Constantly

Repetitive Motions - Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to sensitive information, including HIPAA Protected Health Information and other regulated data. Workforce members are expected to ensure that access to information is based on a 'need to know' basis and that the minimum necessary information is used to perform assigned duties. Reasonable efforts will be made to protect information from unauthorized access and modification.

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