Sterile Processing Operating Room Liaison

at  Novant Health

Overview:
The Operating Room Liaison functions as a point person between the Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department. The Liaison will identify opportunities for improvement in the instrumentation/case cart delivery processes and lead efforts to enhance communication between the departments. The Liaison will ensure continuity and quality of services by providing support services in the OR suite. Adheres to best practice by following all regulatory, federal and state recommended practices and guidelines.
At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience: Minimum of two years’ experience in Sterile Processing if certified, required. Minimum of five years’ experience in Sterile Processing if not certified, required.
• Licensure/Certification: Recognized SPD Certification, required.
• Additional Skills (required): This Technician must hold a certification from IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management) CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) or Certification from CBSPD, CSPDT (Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or have 5 years of applicable experience in lieu of certification. Must Maintain either certification status and the annual educational hours required by each of the organizations. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation and sterile/aseptic technique. Ability to read and comprehend written instructions to assemble instrument sets and trays. Ability to learn and understand medical terminology.
• Additional Skills (preferred): Demonstrates evidence of and a desire to continue developing leadership characteristics and behaviors.

Responsibilities:

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
• The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of “First Do No Harm”.

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