Sterile Processing Specialist & OR Liaison

OhioHealth; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a Sterile Processing technician to support surgeons and patients by ensuring timely availability and proper sterilization of instruments. You will collaborate with OR teams and vendors to optimize case readiness and maintain strict adherence to safety standards.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, accurate handling of instruments, and ongoing education to uphold high reliability in the operating room environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED and certification where applicable.
• Proven ability to apply critical thinking and effective communication in a clinical setting.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and sterile processing principles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with instrument vendors and OR staff to ensure instrument availability for cases.
• Communicate schedule changes and expedite decontamination, assembly and sterilization of priority trays.
• Monitor pick tickets and ensure all needs are met to avoid delays in cases.
• Perform decontamination, disinfection, and cleaning of reusable surgical instruments per safety standards.
• Understand sterilization processes (steam and chemical) and maintain related documentation and indicators.
• Enter and search data in the instrument tracking system and prepare instruments for scheduled cases.
• Follow infection control guidelines in handling sterile packages and equipment.
• Support education and training of fellow staff in Sterile Processing.
• Contribute to safety, quality and efficiency as part of a High Reliability Organization.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

OSHA safety standards

Education

High School Diploma or GED

IAHCSMM Certification

Job description

OhioHealth is seeking a Sterile Processing technician to support surgeons and patients by ensuring timely availability and proper sterilization of instruments. You will collaborate with OR teams and vendors to optimize case readiness and maintain strict adherence to safety standards.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, accurate handling of instruments, and ongoing education to uphold high reliability in the operating room environment.