Sterile Processing Coordinator: OR Liaison & Quality

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Coordinator in Lafayette, LA. This role serves as the liaison between Sterile Processing and the OR, ensuring quality audits, inventory management, and technical support.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree or relevant experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Exposure to clinical settings is important. Flexibility in scheduling and potential travel is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in sterile processing, or as scrub or surgical tech in a hospital setting.
• Preferred: 1 year of leadership experience.
• Proficient with Windows applications and relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with staff prior to surgical cases to ensure supply availability.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation needs and report issues.
• Authorize and dispense equipment requisitions.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Computer skills for data entry and retrieval

Knowledge of clinical settings

Ability to handle multiple variables

Education

Associate's degree in a related field or ≥5 years of experience

Certifications (CRCST, CSPDT, CST)

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Sterile Processing Coordinator in Lafayette, LA. This role serves as the liaison between Sterile Processing and the OR, ensuring quality audits, inventory management, and technical support.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree or relevant experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Exposure to clinical settings is important. Flexibility in scheduling and potential travel is required.