OR / Sterile Processing Liaison
Location: Boston, MA
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Sign-On Bonus: $8,500
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced OR / Sterile Processing Liaison to serve as the critical connection between the Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department. In this role, you will coordinate instrument availability, support surgical workflow, and ensure seamless communication between clinical teams to help maintain efficient, on-time surgical operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sterile Processing professional looking to take on a leadership-focused role while remaining involved in daily operations.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate communication between the Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department.
- Verify surgical instrument availability before procedures begin.
- Participate in daily planning meetings to anticipate instrumentation needs up to five days in advance.
- Monitor daily surgical case flow and coordinate priority instrument processing.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation issues and communicate potential delays to surgical teams.
- Perform quality audits including case carts, instrument trays, room visits, and other operational metrics.
- Analyze workflow data and identify opportunities for process improvement.
- Process, clean, inspect, and sterilize surgical instruments according to manufacturer guidelines and department policies.
- Ensure instruments are available for next-day, weekend, and on-call procedures.
- Maintain documentation for inventory, instrument sets, and equipment requests.
- Collaborate with surgical coordinators and physicians on instrument tray updates and count sheet accuracy.
- Assist with pick-list maintenance and specialty instrument management.
- Respond to urgent operating room requests throughout the day.
QualificationsRequired
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum 3 years of Sterile Processing experience
- CRCST or CSPDT certification
- Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization standards
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
- Associate's Degree
- 5+ years of Sterile Processing experience
- Leadership experience within Sterile Processing
- Additional certifications in Instrument Specialist, Endoscopy, or SPD Leadership
Why Join Us?
- $8,500 Sign-On Bonus
- Monday-Friday schedule with no overnight shifts
- Opportunity to work closely with Operating Room leadership
- Leadership-focused position with strong career growth potential
- Collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Competitive salary based on experience
Pay: $50,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
