Procedural Training Specialist

Procedural Training Specialist based in Singapore

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The Procedural Specialist plays a vital role in supporting the smooth execution of hands-on surgical training programs at the Smith+Nephew Academy, Singapore. This role provides direct, practical support, assisting healthcare professionals (HCPs) and Smith+Nephew colleagues during cadaveric courses.

With a focus on operational excellence, the Procedural Specialist is responsible for the preparation, setup, and teardown of training stations, specimen handling, troubleshooting during sessions, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and compliance within the lab.

The role involves close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to plan, prepare, and deliver impactful training programs. By implementing rigorous health and safety protocols, the Procedural Specialist safeguards the well-being of all participants and staff while maintaining the integrity of the facility and equipment.

This position also entails managing surgical instruments and consumables, overseeing inventory via digital systems, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure full readiness for all training activities.

What will you be doing?

Course Preparation, Execution and Post Course (30%)

• Act as the on-ground support during cadaveric or sawbones training sessions, ensuring smooth operations throughout the course.
• Assist faculty and healthcare professionals with the use of lab equipment, ensuring functionality and providing basic troubleshooting when necessary
• Support the safe and efficient cleanup of the lab post-course, including disinfection procedures and proper disposal of biohazard or general waste.
• Adhere to and help enforce all health, safety, and infection control protocols during workshop execution
• Perform post-course checks on instruments, equipment, and consumables to identify items that require maintenance, replacement, or restocking
• Document any operational issues or incidents during the session and suggest improvements for future course execution.

Maintenance of the Laboratory, Specimens, and Instruments: (20%)

• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully operational lab environment always, ensuring it is course-ready and compliant with safety and hygiene standards
• Manage, clean, and store general and specialist surgical instruments before and after each training session, ensuring all tools are properly accounted for and in working condition
• Oversee the servicing and maintenance of lab equipment, including C-arms, surgical drills, suction units. Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors for timely repairs, calibration, and preventive maintenance
• Conduct regular checks on all lab tools, machinery, and backup equipment to identify wear, damage, or functional issues and take corrective actions where necessary

Procurement and Tracking of Consumables and Specimens (20%)

• Collaborates and coordinates the planning and forecasting of consumables/implants and specimens based on the Academy's calendar, considering course-specific needs, participant numbers, and special requests from internal and faculty
• Monitor inventory levels of consumables, implants, and lab materials to ensure adequate stock is available for upcoming courses. Identify low stock and initiate timely replenishment to avoid shortages or delays
• Maintain accurate usage logs and documentation of materials used during training sessions to support forecasting, procurement planning, and cost tracking.
• Conduct periodic physical stock counts and reconcile with the digital inventory management system to ensure inventory accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
• Receive, inspect, and process incoming shipments of surgical instruments, consumables, and specimens
• Organize and document incoming shipments

Cadaveric Lab and Human Tissue Management (20%)

• Assist the Procedural Training Manager in maintaining compliance with the Human Tissue License
• Ensure full compliance with local Singapore health regulations, ethical use policies, and the Human Tissue License, including accurate and secure recordkeeping.
• Maintain proper storage conditions for specimens, including refrigeration units, freezers, and containment systems. Monitor temperatures, perform regular checks, and report any anomalies to prevent spoilage or breach of compliance.
• Maintain meticulous logs of specimen usage, tracking documents, and usage logs, ensuring readiness for audits or inspections.
• Coordinate the timely and respectful disposal of specimens following approved procedures, including the cremation process. Ensure all documentation is completed and filed accordingly.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing necessary records, coordinating with QA or regulatory representatives, and ensuring that specimen-related protocols are consistently followed.

Health, Safety & Compliance (10%)

• Enforce all health and safety protocols during course execution and in day-to-day lab operations
• Ensure proper usage of PPE and disposal of biological and general waste
• Participate in internal safety audits and follow up on corrective actions
• Participate in internal safety audits and follow up on corrective actions
• Report and document any incidents or breaches of safety
• To always act in a responsible manner to avoid risk to self or to the company and comply with the workplace safety and health and security policy.
• Any other duties involved within the role and/or the tasks as assigned from time to time

What will you need to be successful?

Success in the role will require a combination of technical knowledge, soft skills, and a deep understanding of both the business and service-providing sides of an organization. Successful candidates would need the following:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a surgical clinical orthopaedics environment, or equivalent experience working directly with healthcare professionals (HCPs) in a surgical or training setting
• Experience in inventory handling and working closely with healthcare professionals in training environment.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with HCPs and internal stakeholders in high-paced, hands-on training environment.
• Strong understanding of regulatory standards and best practices for clinical and lab operations, prioritizing safety, and compliance.
• Skilled in cadaveric lab setup and handling specimens with universal precautions
• Familiarity with orthopaedic surgical instruments and lab equipment
• Strong understanding of infection control, health and safety, and lab compliance protocols
• Hands-on experience in inventory tracking and course logistic
• Excellent organizational, troubleshooting, and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced training environment
• Proven experience collaborating with surgeons, faculty, and cross-functional teams
• Lifting, moving, and positioning of heavy equipment and lab supplies, including cadaveric specimens.
• Extended periods of standing, walking, and moving between workstations, labs, and storage areas.
• Capacity to work long hours during intensive workshops or lab sessions, including early starts or late finishes as required.
• Willingness to work in controlled environments with regulated temperatures (e.g., cold storage) and strict biohazard protocols.