Clinical Support Specialist - 61

St. Petersburg, FL

Full Time

Entry Level

Clinical Support Specialist – SPD / OR

St. Petersburg / Greater Tampa Area

Experienced in Sterile Processing or the OR and ready to expand your impact beyond the department? This clinical-facing role partners directly with SPD and OR teams to improve tray management, workflow efficiency, and patient care.

What You’ll Do

Serve as the SPD & OR expert for system setup, tray loading, audits, and best practices
Support workflow optimization, error reduction, and turnaround time improvements
Manage trays and instruments to ensure OR readiness
Provide hands-on training and in-services for SPD and OR staff
Troubleshoot equipment and process challenges alongside clinical teams
Track utilization and efficiency metrics
Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Required

5+ years in SPD, Central Services, Surgical Services, or the OR
Strong understanding of sterile processing workflows and tray management
Comfortable with hands-on equipment and basic technical troubleshooting
Highly organized with strong communication and customer-facing skills
Willingness to travel locally and work flexible schedules

Preferred

Background as SPD Supervisor/Manager, Certified Surgical Technologist (Ortho or Spine), OR Team Lead, OR Liaison, or Associate Rep
CRCST certification or CST certification
Experience with quality or process improvement initiatives
Associate’s degree preferred, not required

Why This Role

Your SPD expertise is essential — not entry-level
Work side-by-side with OR teams, not behind the scenes
Influence hospital-wide efficiency and patient outcomes
Grow your career while staying clinically relevant

Work Environment

Hospital-based (SPD, OR, clinical areas)
Standing, walking, lifting trays/equipment required
Flexible scheduling may be needed to support cases

If you’re an experienced SPD or OR professional ready to make a broader impact, apply today.

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