Perioperative Liaison: Sterile Processing & OR Coordination

Piedmont Healthcare; Danielsville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the Operating Room by ensuring timely, accurate instrumentation and case readiness. The role focuses on bridging communication between SPD and OR teams, anticipating needs, and upholding high standards of patient safety through meticulous instrument management and problem-solving skills.

Candidates should have an HS diploma and SPD or surgical tech training, with 3+ years SPD/OR experience preferred; CSPD is

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited sterile processing or surgical technology program.
• In lieu of the course, 5 years of SPD or OR experience required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate a close working relationship between Sterile Processing and the Operating Room.
• Anticipate needs and bridge gaps to ensure surgeon satisfaction and patient safety.

Skills

Sterile Processing

Operating Room Liaison

Instrument Management Tracking

Problem-Solving

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

SPD or Surgical Technology program

5 years SPD/OR experience (in lieu of degree)

Tools

Instrument Tracking Systems (SPM)

Job description

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital is seeking a Sterile Processing Technician to support the Operating Room by ensuring timely, accurate instrumentation and case readiness. The role focuses on bridging communication between SPD and OR teams, anticipating needs, and upholding high standards of patient safety through meticulous instrument management and problem-solving skills.

Candidates should have an HS diploma and SPD or surgical tech training, with 3+ years SPD/OR experience preferred; CSPD is