Perioperative Sterile Processing OR Liaison

Piedmont Healthcare; Arnoldsville (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital seeks a Sterile Processing professional to bridge SPD and OR operations, anticipate needs, and support surgeon satisfaction and case throughput. Role emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking, and patient safety within perioperative services.

Candidates should have SPD-related education or equivalent experience, CSPDT certification preferred, and a strong track record in sterile processing environments. On-site GA location with hospital-based teams.

Qualifications

• GED/HS diploma required.
• Graduate of an accredited SPD or surgical tech program; hands-on instruction preferred.
• In lieu of the program, 5 years SPD/OR experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support close coordination between Sterile Processing and the Operating Room.
• Bridge needs and ensure surgeon satisfaction and timely case completion.
• Enhance interdepartmental communication to promote patient safety and quality care.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Sterile processing or surgical technology training

5 years SPD/OR experience alternative

Tools

Instrument Management Tracking systems

MSP/SPM knowledge (preferred)

Job description

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital seeks a Sterile Processing professional to bridge SPD and OR operations, anticipate needs, and support surgeon satisfaction and case throughput. Role emphasizes problem-solving, critical thinking, and patient safety within perioperative services.

Candidates should have SPD-related education or equivalent experience, CSPDT certification preferred, and a strong track record in sterile processing environments. On-site GA location with hospital-based teams.