Operating Room Liaison; ORL; Sterile Processing

Position: Operating Room Liaison (ORL) - Sterile Processing
** What You'll Do*
* + Provide on-site support for surgical procedures, including:

+ Equipment setup, troubleshooting, calibration, and functional checks

+ Point-of-use guidance for care, handling, and transport of instruments and scopes

+ Serve as a 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 escalate issues related to missing instruments, damaged equipment, or reprocessing bottlenecks

** Why Join UVA Health?*
* + Work for a nationally recognized academic health system known for excellence in patient care and innovation.

+ Opportunities for career growth, specialty training, and certification support.

+ Collaborative team culture focused on patient safety and continuous improvement.

+ Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, paid time off, and education support.

+ Be part of a healthcare system making a difference across Charlottesville and communities throughout Virginia.

** Minimum Requirements*
* +

Education:

High School Graduate or Equivalent.

+

Experience:

At least 2 years of experience required as an Endoscopy Technician, Sterile Processing Technician, or Surgical Technologist.

+ Certification (preferred): CRCST / CSPDT or CER

** Physical &

Work Environment Requirements *
* Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly;
Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease

The pay range for this role is $19.88 - $30.81 USD Hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

** Benefits*
* + Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

+ Generous Paid Time Off

+ Retirement Savings

+ Long-term and Short-term Disability

+ Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Certification and Education Support

UVA Health ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)  is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center.  U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide ()  rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's ()  is named by  U.S. News & World Report ()  as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation.

Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

_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 ()  _._