Sterile Processing & OR Liaison

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate in Syracuse, NY, seeks a Sterile Processing Facilitator to act as a key liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and the Operating Room. You will coordinate instrument needs, room turnovers, and sterilization for specialty surgical sets, working closely with SPD and OR leadership to support efficient procedures.

The role emphasizes identifying and reporting instrument and equipment issues, resolving them effectively, and maintaining a patient-focused environment through strong

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required with at least 3 years of sterile processing experience.
• Current CRCST/CSPDT certification or substantially equivalent credential required.
• Progressive leadership experience required.
• Must obtain the required certification within 18 months of hire if not currently certified.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate instrument needs between SPD and OR.
• Oversee sterilization of surgical instrumentation and sets.
• Coordinate instrument turnover for upcoming procedures.
• Identify, report, and help resolve instrument/equipment issues.
• Report to Sterile Processing Manager and collaborate with leadership.
• Maintain a patient-focused, collaborative environment.

Skills

Sterile processing

Leadership

Communication

De-escalation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree

CRCST/CSPDT certification

Job description

Upstate in Syracuse, NY, seeks a Sterile Processing Facilitator to act as a key liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and the Operating Room. You will coordinate instrument needs, room turnovers, and sterilization for specialty surgical sets, working closely with SPD and OR leadership to support efficient procedures.

The role emphasizes identifying and reporting instrument and equipment issues, resolving them effectively, and maintaining a patient-focused environment through strong