Sterile Processing Facilitator

Thisiscny; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Thisiscny is seeking a Sterile Processing Facilitator to serve as a liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and the Operating Room, coordinating instrument needs, room turnovers, and sterilization for assigned surgical sets. The role requires leadership experience, an associate’s degree with 3 years in sterilization, and current central service certification.

You will report to the Sterile Processing Manager and collaborate with SPD and OR leadership to maintain patient safety and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and 3 years of experience sterilizing reusable surgical instrumentation.
• Progressive leadership experience.
• Current certification from a national central service credentialing organization (CRCST, CSPDT, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate instrument needs between SPD and OR for assigned procedures.
• Oversee room turnovers and sterilization of surgical instrumentation.
• Identify, report, and help resolve instrument and equipment issues.
• Ensure instrument and equipment availability for upcoming procedures.
• Report to the Sterile Processing Manager and collaborate withSPD/OR leadership.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

De-escalation skills

Sterilization of instruments

Interdepartmental collaboration

Education

Associate's degree

Central Service Certification (CRCST/CSPDT)

Job description

Job Summary:

The Sterile Processing Facilitator serves as a key liaison between the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) and the Operating Room (OR), coordinating point-of-care instrument needs, room turnovers, and the sterilization of surgical instrumentation for assigned specialty service surgical sets. This role collaborates closely with SPD and OR leadership to ensure instrumentation and equipment needs are met for upcoming surgical procedures, supporting efficient workflow and exceptional patient care. The Facilitator is responsible for identifying, reporting, and helping resolve instrument and equipment issues, and reports directly to the Sterile Processing Manager. Excellent communication, collaboration, and de-escalation skills are essential to effectively coordinate across teams, address concerns, and maintain a positive, patient-focused environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree and three (3) years of experience in sterilizing reusable surgical instrumentation and surgical sets required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Progressive leadership experience required.
• Current certification through a nationally accredited central service technician credentialing organization required, such as:
  • Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST)
  • Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)
  • Or a substantially equivalent credential

OR

• Evidence of employment as a Central Service Technician in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of at least one year between January 1, 2011, and January 1, 2015.

OR

• Must successfully obtain the required certification within eighteen (18) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years sterile processing or Operating Room experience preferred

Work Days:

Mon-Fri evenings, weekends and holidays rotating based on department need

Message to Applicants:

Recruitment Office: Human Resources