Sterile Processing Lead: OR/SPD Liaison & Quality Auditor

Ochsner Health; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Houma, LA seeks a Sterile Processing Coordinator/Lead liaison to support OR operations. Responsibilities include audits of instrument sets, case cart availability, and resolving instrumentation issues while mentoring SPD technicians.

The role combines data collection, process improvements, and staff training in a large health system. The candidate will work with supervisors to ensure compliant sterility practices, inventory accuracy, and timely instrument support for surgical

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in sterile processing or 5 years experience in sterile processing.
• CRCST, CSPDT and CST certifications are required.
• Strong data entry and reporting skills with attention to inventory accuracy.
• Experience leading teams in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead liaison between Sterile Processing and the OR to ensure instrument and supply readiness.
• Perform quality audits on instrument sets and case carts.
• Resolve instrumentation issues and optimize tray configurations.
• Provide technical support and coaching to SPD technicians.
• Coordinate with Supervisors/Managers on process improvements and staffing.
• Collect data for performance improvement and staff satisfaction projects.
• Monitor sterilization dates and packaging integrity per standards.
• Communicate effectively with OR staff to minimize surgical delays.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Windows applications

Problem solving

Clinical operations

Education

CRCST Certification

CSPDT Certification

CST Certification

Tools

Abacus

Job description

Ochsner Health in Houma, LA seeks a Sterile Processing Coordinator/Lead liaison to support OR operations. Responsibilities include audits of instrument sets, case cart availability, and resolving instrumentation issues while mentoring SPD technicians.

The role combines data collection, process improvements, and staff training in a large health system. The candidate will work with supervisors to ensure compliant sterility practices, inventory accuracy, and timely instrument support for surgical