Job Description

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Introuduction/Summary

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? Are you the type of person who loves to be the problem solver or point person? If all these things appeal to you, we’d love to discuss you joining the STERIS team.  

Communication is one of the most critical aspects of any job, but it is especially important in the Operating Room. Our Operating Room Liaisons are responsible for building important relationships between the sterile processing staff and facility administrators. They are the go-to person, making sure everything is in place for every surgery and solving any problem that could arise, whether it’s a missing or dirty instrument or a scheduling mishap.

Introduction / Summary

Co ordination and oversight of instrument readiness in the Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) to facilitate efficient case flow. Responsible for assisting in projects and process improvement initiatives in compliance with contractual obligations. Promotes Customer service/satisfaction through resolution of OR/SPD issues within the facility. Perform duties in accordance with hospital, TJC, AORN, AAMI and other appropriate policies and procedures.100% domestic travel is required.

What you’ll do

• Provides Operating Room (O.R.) staff support in preparing the O.R. suite for surgery by verifying instrument trays are available prior to case start times. 
• Keeps track of case flow during the day, monitor instrument needs, and notify SPD personnel in advance of any possible additional/emergent instrumentation needs. Must be able to resolve issues or offer alternatives when necessary
• Perform daily required audits of KPI data
• Performs KPI data analysis to identify trends and operational issues within the operating rooms and SPD
• Coordinates the planning and communication of priority instrument turnarounds
• Help communicate to the surgical team essential instrumentation information that may affect or delay surgery start time
• Responds to problem calls from Surgery as required by the contract deliverables
• Process and clean any required equipment according to STERIS IPS and manufacture’s guidelines, including the use of protective equipment as indicated in STERIS IPS SOP’s
• Assist in ensuring that required instrumentation has been processed and is available for next day, call or weekend cases
• Completes documentation as required for inventory/equipment requests, instrument sets, etc
• Other duties as assigned
• Aids the OR and SPD leadership on preference card creation and/or management to ensure accuracy of surgical case pull
• Able to effectively communicate with OR staff and leadership regarding instrumentation needs, projects, and KPI data

What You Need to Be Successful

Required:

• 2 - year relevant work experience and/or training in lieu of Associate Degree
• 1 – year relevant work experience with Associate Degree
• Certified in related field or ability to obtain certification within 12 months required
• Must maintain valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance and be available to operate a vehicle as needed to meet travel requirements
• Must be able to travel across the US and pass the Customer’s background and medical standards.

Preferred: 

• Completion of a Sterile Processing or Surgical Technologist program
• thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and is capable of learning software programs and/or hardware as required. Requires Smart Phone knowledge.
• Certified in related field or ability to obtain certification within 12 months required
• Knowledge of OR workflow, procedures, medical terminology, instrumentation
• Knowledge of infection control and health & safety policies and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor coworkers and all levels of a hospital, including the Operating Room and physicians
• Demonstrated customer centric behavior. Proficient analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to identify, plan, and resolve issues in complex situations
• Ability to multi-task projects including the ability to plan and organize
• Flexible and self-motivated
• Ability to read and understand applicable Standard Operating Procedures

What We're Offering You in Return

Employees are what makes a company great, so we believe it’s important to take care of them just like we take care of our Customers and their patients. In addition to being a global organization and industry leader with ample room to grow your career, we also offer benefits including Medical/Vision/Dental, Paid Time Off, and a 401(k) with company match.

Our motto in the Sterile Processing Department is simple: 100% complete, 100% sterile, 100% on time. As an Operating Room Liaison, you play a crucial role in making sure we live up to that standard. If you’re looking for the chance to be a part of a team that impacts dozens of people a day, and you want to further your career with a company that offers several opportunities for career development, click the apply button below. Let’s create a healthier and safer world, together.

Pay range for this opportunity is $19.71 - $27.51. This position is eligible for bonus participation. 

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed.  Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio.  Click here for a complete list of benefits: 
STERIS Benefits

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention.  WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.

If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.  We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location’s HR Office during normal business hours.

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