Instrument Processing Analyst - Westwood Main OR

Job Description

Description

The Instrument Processing Analyst works at RRUCLA SPD, closely with Nursing and SPD leadership in the operational management, integration and reporting systems of the automated Instrument management system.

The Instrument Processing Analyst is responsible for the development, maintenance and accuracy of AAMI documentation compliance and the integration of existing equipment, instruments to manage inventory and resources across the health system.

The Instrument Processing Analyst will be the department point person related to upgrades, reports, and enhancements of processes using SPM System.

This role requires expert knowledge and communication of policies, standards, institutional changes, safety information and clinical information, which is integral to the position.

This role actively participates in quality management and Performance Improvement programs. The Instrument Processing Analyst will support department operations and initiatives.

The incumbent will work with the SPD Educator / QA Manager to support staff education, quality improvements, and competency completion.

The incumbent will facilitate instrument purchases, returns, and repairs. The incumbent will support SPD functions and operations related to instrument tray completeness, and SPM accuracy (inventory, recipes, and IFU).

Incumbent will support department efficiency projects and participate in active daily management activities and documentation.

The Instrument Processing Analyst will be the primary person to maintain metric data sources, create tools to track department quality and operations data, and provide reports related to department operations, quality, and productivity.

The Instrument Processing Analyst will report to the SPD Director.

Qualifications

Scrub Tech background preferred.

1) Strictly obeys the healthcare regulations for infection control : failure to adhere to these regulations will result in disciplinary action.

2) Properly utilizes and provides resource information regarding proper sterilization techniques, product information, equipment operation, etc.

to fellow staff and other healthcare team members, serves as a resource for people needing direction as required.

3) Consistently demonstrates a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

4) Actively participates in Quality Management and PIE programs.

5) Consistently adheres to UCLA Perioperative Services policies and procedures of all UCLA clinical sites.

6) 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.

7) Always ensures a safe working environment for self and co-workers. Monitors and reports unsafe acts or conditions and takes appropriate proactive steps to resolve and / or report.

8) 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

9) Maintains a positive attitude and behavior : efficient and productive with time utilization. Strives to be a team player.

Adapts to change in workload. Conducts personal business on break or lunchtime.

10) Always rotates supplies, both prepackaged and interdepartmentally packaged, using the first in / first out method. Always inspects for package integrity and appropriate change of chemical indicators.

11) Always responds to the needs of all areas. If unable to meet their needs keeps, them informed and offer alternatives.

Prioritizes appropriately and knows when to call for assistance.

12) Able to rotate efficiently to all shifts as assigned.

13) Able to work independently

14) Expert user of Inventory Tracking System.

15) Effective communicator and presenter to SPD staff, OR staff, and leadership.

16) Superior computer skills required : knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook

17) Excellent keyboard and data entry skills required

18) Actively participates in Quality Management and Performance Improvement programs.

19) CRCST, CIS and CHL certifications strongly recommended