Operating Room Liaison

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

19h

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: M-F, Day shift (flexible hours based on volume). May need to stay as late as 5p on some days but leave early on others. Job Summary: The Sterile Processing / OR Liaison is responsible for the collaboration and coordination between the OR, Sterile Processing, vendors, and surgeons. Responsibilities include case instrumentation, turn-over efficiency, instrument management, sterile processing education & competencies according to professional standards e.g., AAMI & AORN. Responsible for assuring quality care and outcomes with the disinfection and sterilization practices of St Tammany Health System. May serve as a backup to the Sterile Processing Supervisor in coordinating, delegating, and supervising the care provided by the Sterile Processing team. Facilitates problem resolution, collaborates, and serves as the “point person” with the Surgery Management team, OR Director, vendors, and physicians.

Requirements

• Surgical Technician with a minimum of 2 years OR / Sterile Processing experience.
• Surgical Technician must be a graduate from an accredited program or military training equivalent.
• Sterile Processing Certification (CBSPD or CRCST) within 6 months of hire.
• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an inpatient acute care facility is preferred.
• Management/Supervisory experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• collaboration and coordination between the OR, Sterile Processing, vendors, and surgeons
• case instrumentation
• turn-over efficiency
• instrument management
• sterile processing education & competencies according to professional standards e.g., AAMI & AORN
• assuring quality care and outcomes with the disinfection and sterilization practices of St Tammany Health System
• May serve as a backup to the Sterile Processing Supervisor in coordinating, delegating, and supervising the care provided by the Sterile Processing team
• Facilitates problem resolution, collaborates, and serves as the “point person” with the Surgery Management team, OR Director, vendors, and physicians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed