What are the responsibilities and job description for the Perioperative Implant Coordinator position at Grady Health System?
Job Description
About Grady Health System
Grady Health System is one of the largest public academic healthcare systems in the U.S., serving metro Atlanta with a mission-driven commitment to quality, compassion, and community health. As a Level I trauma center and nationally recognized leader in care innovation, Grady provides a dynamic environment where professionals grow and thrive.
Why Work at Grady?
At Grady, your work has purpose. You'll be part of a team that saves lives, innovates in patient care, and helps build healthier communities. We offer professional development, tuition assistance, and a collaborative, high-impact culture. Whether you're on the front lines or behind the scenes, your expertise contributes to something bigger.
Surgical Implant Coordinator – Perioperative Services Position Summary
The Surgical Implant Coordinator – Perioperative Services is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of implant tracking, inventory control, and surgical scheduling related to biological and non-biological implants in the operating room (OR). This role ensures regulatory compliance, enhances patient safety, and supports perioperative operations by working directly with surgeons, vendors, and logistics teams.
Key Responsibilities
Required
Be a critical part of our surgical team, ensuring the right implants and equipment are ready when it matters most. If you’re detail-oriented, passionate about patient safety, and skilled in healthcare logistics, this is your opportunity to thrive in a high-impact role.
About Grady Health System
Grady Health System is one of the largest public academic healthcare systems in the U.S., serving metro Atlanta with a mission-driven commitment to quality, compassion, and community health. As a Level I trauma center and nationally recognized leader in care innovation, Grady provides a dynamic environment where professionals grow and thrive.
Why Work at Grady?
At Grady, your work has purpose. You'll be part of a team that saves lives, innovates in patient care, and helps build healthier communities. We offer professional development, tuition assistance, and a collaborative, high-impact culture. Whether you're on the front lines or behind the scenes, your expertise contributes to something bigger.
Surgical Implant Coordinator – Perioperative Services Position Summary
The Surgical Implant Coordinator – Perioperative Services is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of implant tracking, inventory control, and surgical scheduling related to biological and non-biological implants in the operating room (OR). This role ensures regulatory compliance, enhances patient safety, and supports perioperative operations by working directly with surgeons, vendors, and logistics teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the central liaison between surgeons, vendors, perioperative staff, and surgical scheduling teams to confirm implant requirements for upcoming procedures.
- Coordinate surgical implants and OR equipment needs across multiple departments to ensure accurate preparation and delivery for scheduled cases.
- Proactively monitor implant and medical inventory levels, rotate stock, and adjust par levels to align with procedural volume and supply chain trends.
- Maintain accurate, real-time documentation of all implant use through electronic health records (EHRs) and implant tracking systems to support traceability, billing, and compliance.
- Participate in daily perioperative huddles to align with surgical teams, address implant-related discrepancies, and ensure readiness of instruments and equipment.
- Manage the procurement, receipt, storage, and distribution of both biological and non-biological implants, including orthopedic, cardiac, and spinal devices.
- Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, Joint Commission standards, and hospital policies, particularly around implant documentation and chain-of-custody procedures.
- Oversee product recalls, including documentation, patient tracking, and coordination with Patient Safety, Risk Management, and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely notifications.
- Collaborate with logistics and supply chain to evaluate and improve implant storage layout and optimize space utilization in accordance with operating room efficiency goals.
- Analyze usage data and make recommendations for supply chain optimization, forecasting, and cost-effective sourcing strategies.
- Uphold patient safety by ensuring implants are within viability timelines and meet all quality assurance standards prior to use.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree OR 8 years of experience in healthcare logistics, perioperative services, inventory management, or surgical coordination.
- Strong knowledge of implant coordination, operating room workflows, and medical device regulations.
- Experience working with EHR platforms, implant tracking systems, or similar documentation tools.
- Licensure or certification as LPN, RN, or CST (Certified Surgical Technologist).
- Previous experience in a hospital perioperative environment, particularly in implant logistics or OR inventory control.
- Familiarity with vendor management, recall coordination, and compliance reporting.
- Implant Tracking & Documentation
- Surgical Scheduling Coordination
- Inventory Management & Supply Chain
- Operating Room Equipment Logistics
- Vendor Communication & Product Recalls
- Compliance (FDA, Joint Commission)
- Patient Safety Practices
- Collaboration with Clinical and Business Teams
Be a critical part of our surgical team, ensuring the right implants and equipment are ready when it matters most. If you’re detail-oriented, passionate about patient safety, and skilled in healthcare logistics, this is your opportunity to thrive in a high-impact role.
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