Sterile Processing Operating Room Liaison

Novant Health

Matthews, North Carolina

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Asepsis, Best Practices, Centralized Operations/Management, Clinical Competency, Customer Support/Service, Federal Laws and Regulations, Instrumentation, International Health, Leadership, Maintenance Services, Medical Terminology, Patient Care, QoS (Quality of Service), Service Delivery, State Laws and Regulations, Sterilization, Team Player, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Matthews, North Carolina
POSTED
30+ days ago
What We Offer:
As a Sterile Processing Operating Room Liaison at Novant Health’s Matthews Medical Center, you’ll be trusted to deliver remarkable service while supporting patient care.  Your skill, judgment and adaptability will help drive safe, compassionate care where it matters most.
 
This Full-Time role is ideal for experienced Sterile Processing Operating Room Liaisons looking to work within a high-performing, collaborative team with exposure to a wide range of instruments.
 
What makes this unit stand out:
  • Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a strong culture of accountability and support
  • Opportunities to broaden your clinical skills across a variety of procedures
  • Backed by Novant Health’s commitment to innovation, inclusion, and advancement
  • Benefits starting day one
 
*Sterile Processing Tech experience required
 
*Sterile Processing Tech Certification required
What We're Looking For:
  • 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.
What You'll Do:

The Sterile Processing 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.

About the Company

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Novant Health

We are an integrated system of physician practices, hospitals, outpatient centers, and more – each element committed to delivering a remarkable healthcare experience for you and your family. With world-class technology, personal connections, and care that’s easier to access and understand, Novant Health is with you every step of the way on your journey to health and wellness.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1997
WEBSITE
https://www.novanthealth.org/