The OR Processing Liaison (ORL) serves as a dedicated on‑site clinical and operational partner to the Operating Room and the Sterile Processing Department teams. This role bridges clinical practice, device support, and reprocessing workflows to ensure safe, efficient surgical services and optimal asset utilization.
Responsibilities
- Provide on‑site support for surgical procedures:
- Equipment setup, troubleshooting, calibration, and functional checks
- Point‑of‑use guidance for care, handling, and transport of instruments and scopes
- Serve as the day‑to‑day clinical resource for physicians, nurses, and technologists regarding device use, workflow optimization, and best practices
- Assist OR and Endoscopy teams with room readiness, case flow, and equipment availability to minimize delays and cancellations
- Act as the primary liaison between OR and SPD to ensure seamless instrument and scope reprocessing workflows
- Help coordinate instrument and endoscope inventories, tray accuracy, and case‑cart readiness
- Identify and elevate issues related to missing instruments, damaged equipment, or reprocessing bottlenecks
Minimum Requirements
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
- Experience: At least 2 years as an Endoscopy Technician, Sterile Processing Technician, or Surgical Technologist.
- Certification (preferred):
- CRCST / CSPDT
- CER
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, bending/stooping/reaching, frequent travel; proficiency in communication, hearing, and vision; attention to detail; ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 25–50 lbs.
- Work in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The starting base rate for this role is $19.88 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings
- Health Savings Plans and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and education support
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
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