SPD Field Account Specialist - 61

Rep-Lite; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rep-Lite seeks a Field Account Specialist with a sterile processing focus to improve tray workflows, instrument readiness, and OR performance. The role is field-based and requires hands-on collaboration with SPD, Central Services, and OR teams.

You will train clinical staff, monitor utilization, and drive efficiency improvements while maintaining strong relationships with hospital stakeholders. This position is hospital-based and requires traveling to assigned sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SPD/central services or OR experience.
• Strong understanding of sterile processing workflows.
• Hands-on comfort with equipment and basic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SPD, Central Services, and OR teams to optimize tray workflows and instrument readiness.
• On-site expert for system utilization, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Manage trays and instruments including setup, audits, tracking, and OR readiness.
• Identify opportunities to improve tray management, turnaround times, and workflow efficiency.
• Train SPD techs, scrub techs, and OR staff; provide ongoing clinical support.

Skills

SPD workflows

Clinical relationship building

Troubleshooting equipment

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree

CRCST / CBSPD / CST

Tools

Instrument tracking platforms

Quality systems familiarity

Job description

Field Account Specialist – Sterile Processing Focus (Daytime Shift withhours varied between 7:00 am and 6 pm)

Transform How Healthcare Runs Behind the Scenes

Are you an experiencedSterile Processing or OR professionalready to take your expertise beyond the department? Thisfield-based, clinical-facing roleallows you to directly influence hospital efficiency, tray readiness, and OR performance.

We’re seeking aField Account Specialistwith a strong foundation in sterile processing, surgical instrumentation, and OR workflows who thrives in hands‑on, relationship‑driven environments.

What You’ll Do

Be the Bridge Between SPD & the OR

• Partner closely withSterile Processing, Central Services, and OR teamsto optimize tray workflows and instrument readiness

• Serve as the on-site expert forsystem utilization, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting

• Manage trays and instruments includingsetup, audits, tracking, and OR readiness

Drive Utilization & Efficiency

• Identify opportunities to improvetray management, turnaround times, and workflow efficiency

• Monitor processing performance and provide actionable insights that reduce errors and delays

• Support vendor tray optimization and redesign initiatives as needed

Train & Support Clinical Teams

• Deliver hands‑on training and in‑services for SPD techs, scrub techs, and OR staff

• Provide ongoing support and act as a trusted clinical resource

• Ensure best practices are followed across departments

Build Relationships & Track Success

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with SPD leaders, OR staff, and hospital stakeholders

• Track key metrics such as setup time, utilization, and processing efficiency

• Support quality initiatives, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement programs

What We’re Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of experienceinSPD, Central Services, Surgical Services, OR, or related clinical settings

• Strong understanding of sterile processing workflows and tray/instrument management

• Hands‑on comfort with equipment and basic mechanical or technical troubleshooting

• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and process‑driven

• Strong communication skills with a customer‑focused mindset

Preferred Backgrounds

• SPD Supervisor or Manager

• Orthopedic or Spine Certified Surgical Technologist

• OR Liaison or OR Team Lead

• Associate Medical Device Representative

• Scrub Tech or candidates with orthopedic or technical device exposure

Education & Certifications

• Associate’s degree preferred, not required

• CRCST / CBSPD / CSTcertification preferred

• Experience with quality systems or instrument tracking platforms is a plus

Why SPD & OR Professionals Love This Role

• YourSPD expertise is the foundation -not an afterthought

• Influencehospital‑wide efficiency, not just one department

• Stayhands‑on and clinical, while gaining field‑based autonomy

• Work side‑by‑side with OR teams, leadership, and vendors

• Grow your career without leaving healthcare

Work Environment

• Hospital‑based environments including SPD, ORs, and clinical spaces

• Requires standing, walking, lifting trays/equipment, and prolonged movement

• Flexible scheduling may be required to support clinical needs