Sterile Processing Coordinator

Job Title: Sterile Processing Coordinator
Location: Frederick, MD 21704
Duration: 3+ months (Possible Extension) contract to permanent


Pay Rate: $30/hr. on W2

Department: Sterile Processing (SPD)

Shift: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours/week


 
Job Summary:
The Loaner & Consignment SPD Coordinator manages all aspects of loaner and consignment trays, ensuring timely delivery, accurate processing, and seamless coordination across vendors, clinical partners, and internal SPD teams. This role also supports daily production oversight, data tracking, and process improvement to maintain operational excellence in a high-volume sterile processing environment.
 
Key Responsibilities:
Loaner & Consignment Tray Coordination:

• Serve as the main point of contact for all incoming and outgoing loaner and consignment trays
• Verify tray contents for accuracy, completeness, and integrity before and after sterilization
• Coordinate with vendors, clinical teams, and SPD staff to ensure trays are delivered, processed, and ready for use
• Track and document tray movement through the full sterilization and return cycle

Production & Workflow Oversight:

• Monitor daily production flow and prioritize workloads for maximum efficiency
• Identify and resolve potential delays, discrepancies, or bottlenecks proactively
• Provide guidance or oversight to Production Technicians as needed, establishing performance and accountability standards

Communication & Relationship Management:

• Maintain professional relationships with vendors, partner hospitals, surgery centers, and internal teams
• Communicate tray status, delivery schedules, and special requests effectively
• Represent the organization professionally in all interactions

Data Accuracy & Reporting:

• Ensure accurate and timely data entry for tray movements, sterilization records, and operational metrics
• Generate reports summarizing activity, volume trends, and areas for improvement
• Uphold documentation standards to support regulatory compliance and operational excellence

 
Education & Certification:

• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Required: CRCST or CSPDT certification
• Preferred: N/A

 
Required Skills & Experience:

• 3–5 years of hands-on SPD experience with emphasis on loaner and consignment tray management
• Strong coordination skills across departments, vendors, and leadership teams
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with instrument tracking software and reporting tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Positive, proactive mindset with commitment to accuracy and process integrity

 
Preferred Skills:

• N/A

 
What You’ll Deliver:

• Seamless coordination of all loaner and consignment trays
• Proactive communication to strengthen internal and external relationships
• Efficient and accurate production workflow
• Continuous process improvement and accountability