Sterile Processing / O.R. Liaison - St. Tammany Parish Hospital : Job Details

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

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

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.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in an inpatient acute care facility is preferred. Management/Supervisory experience, preferred.

Physical Demands:

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.

Physical Effort required:

Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching

Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.