OR Liaison, Winston Salem

Customer focused, highly skilled surgical technologist or experienced OR Instrument Tech who demonstrates clinical expertise. Responsible for coordination and oversight of daily activities between the OR and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) to facilitate efficient case flow.

Responsibilities

Responsible for coordination and oversight of daily activities between the OR and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) to facilitate efficient case flow; Manages flow of materials between the Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department; Reviews the surgery schedule and ensures accurate case cart; Assesses case flow during the day and monitors instrument needs; Plans and coordinates all instrument turnarounds; Acts as a liaison between the OR and the Sterile Processing Department; Coordinates the development and implementation of standards of performance regarding surgical instrumentation; Collaborates with OR Coordinators and SPD management to develop training and development plan for surgical instrumentation; Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the application/use of instrumentation; Performs duties in accordance with hospital, JCAHO, AORN, and other appropriate policies and procedures; Verifies that required instrumentation has been sterilized and is available for next-day, call or weekend cases; Performs all functions of the Instrument Technician; Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent with four years of significant hospital work experience in Sterile Processing and/or scrub tech work experience in the Operating Room; Certification from an accredited certifying agency in sterile processing required or must obtained within 12 months of hire; Excellent oral communication skills; Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of a hospital, including the Operating Room and physicians; Knowledge of OR workflow, procedures, instrumentation and supplies; Knowledge of case cart management; Knowledge of infection control and health & safety policies and procedures; Proficient analytical skills; Ability to identify, plan, and resolve issues in complex situations; Ability to multi-task projects; Superior planning and organization skills; Ability to make decisions with imperfect information present; Bias toward action and decisiveness; Flexible and self-motivated; Ability to read and understand applicable Standard Operating Procedures

Nice to have

Associate's degree in a related field with two years' of significant hospital work experience in Sterile Processing and/or scrub tech work experience in the Operating Room or graduation from an accredited School of Surgical Technology and credentialed as a Certified Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

Benefits

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program