SPD/OR LIAISON

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. The three-hospital system includes Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, MacNeal Hospital, as well as convenient locations offering primary care, specialty care and immediate care services from more than 1,500 physicians throughout Cook, Will and DuPage counties. All three of our hospital sites are within a short commute from the city.

About the role

The SPD Operating Room Liaison will coordinate and oversee daily activities between the Operating Room (OR) and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) to facilitate efficient case flow. Responsible for assisting in projects and process improvement initiatives in the OR and SPD. Promotes customer service/satisfaction through training, education, and resolution of issues on instrumentation in the OR. Perform duties in accordance with TJC, AORN, AAMI guidelines and following hospital policies and procedures.

• Assists the operating room staff in preparing the OR suite for surgery by verifying instrument(s) and trays needed are available prior to case start times.
• Keeps track of case flow during the day, monitors instrument needs, and notifies SPD personnel in advance of any possible additional/emergent instrumentation needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education required.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• Less than one year of previous job-related experience required; 3-5 years preferred.
• Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician required.
• On-call duty is required.

Pay

Pay Range: $18.81-$28.14 per hour. Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Rewards

For more details, visit Trinity Health Benefits Summary.