Sterile Processing Vendor Coordinator - Central Supply Full Time

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast. Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Education High School Graduate or Equivalent Sterile Processing Certification is preferred. Experience / Qualifications 3-5 years of SPD experience. National certification required: Sterile Processing, CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Technician or CST - Certified Surgical Technologist CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist required or obtained within 1 year of employment. Must have experience with Microsoft Office applications and SPD instrument tracking systems (CensiTrac and CaseCheck preferred). Position Summary The Sterile Processing Vendor Coordinator will work under the direction of the Sterile Processing Director. The Vendor Coordinator will thrive in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment where accuracy and communication go hand-in-hand. This is a highly visible role at the center of sterile processing operations – bridging production flow, vendor communication, and tray accuracy. Responsible to bring deep expertise in loaner and consignment tray management with a strong sense of organization, and the confidence to collaborate with vendors, technicians, and leadership alike. This position is proactive, detail-oriented, and driven by the satisfaction of keeping every tray, every cycle, and every process running flawlessly. Responsibilities Include Loaner & Consignment Tray Coordination Serve as the point person for managing all incoming and outgoing loaner and consignment trays. Verify accuracy, completeness, and integrity of tray contents before and after sterilization. Coordinate directly with vendors, clinical partners, and internal SPD teams to ensure all instruments arrive on time, processed correctly, and ready for use. Track and document tray movement through the full sterilization and return cycle. Production & Workflow Oversight Oversee daily production flow in coordination with SPD leadership, ensuring workloads are prioritized and balanced for maximum efficiency. Identify potential delays, discrepancies, or bottlenecks and take proactive steps to resolve them. Maintain open communication with technicians and leadership to align production goals with operational realities. May provide guidance or day-to-day oversight to Production Technicians as the team grows, helping establish standards for performance, communication, and accountability. Communication & Relationship Management Act as a liaison between vendors, clinical teams, and SPD staff to ensure clarity, accountability, and trust. Maintain regular communication with vendors regarding tray status, delivery schedules, and special requests. Maintains effective vendor relationships while enforcing adherence to the 48-hour vendor policy, clearly communicating variances and collaborating on corrective actions when standards are not met. Data Accuracy & Reporting Ensure accurate and timely entry of data into tracking systems, including tray movements, sterilization records, and performance metrics. Generate reports for leadership summarizing activity, volume trends, and areas for improvement. Uphold documentation standards that support regulatory compliance and operational excellence. Seamless coordination of all loaner and consignment activity, ensuring every tray is accounted for and ready when needed. Proactive communication that strengthens relationships with both internal teams and external partners. Highly organized, data-driven production management that keeps operations …

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