Surgical Onsite Specialist II

　　Req ID: 40266

　　Job Category: Clinical Support, Operations & Education

　　Chicago, IL, US, 60612

　　Description:

　　At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

　　How You Will Make a Difference

　　Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? Are you the type of person who loves to be the problem solver or point person? If all these things appeal to you, we’d love to discuss joining the STERIS team.

　　Communication is one of the most critical aspects of any job, but it is especially important in the Surgical Onsite Specialist role. Our Surgical Onsite Specialists maintain oversight of instrumentation and equipment for identified/requested procedures/services between the OR and Sterile Processing Department (SPD). They are responsible for assisting in projects and process improvement initiatives in compliance with contractual obligations.

　　What You Will Do

　　Manages daily operations of all activities that relate to single routine procedures to include all tower functions, pre-operative set up, knowledge and application of instrumentation at the hospital.

　　Oversees daily activities between the Operating Room (OR) and Central Sterile Services Department (CSS) to facilitate efficient case flow.

　　Setup Operating Room (O.R.) for surgery:

　　Verify that equipment and instrument trays are available prior to case start times and timely communicate to the surgical team essential instrumentation information that may affect or delay surgery start time. This includes verification that required instrumentation has been sterilized and is available for next-day, call or weekend cases.

　　Set up all equipment before the start of the procedure which includes but not limited to moving equipment into the operating room, turning it on, checking the settings, and ensuring cables are properly connected.

　　Provide in room technical support for procedures to include equipment, instrumentation, and disposables for contracted services.

　　End of procedure duties:

　　Shut down and disconnect equipment and return to storage location.

　　Assist in breaking down sterile setup.

　　Tags any instrument in need of repair or sharpening.

　　Ensure quality of tray returns (remove indicators, liners, towels, all instruments are opened and sprayed).

　　Return dirty case cart to CSPD (dirty elevator).

　　Participates and assists in the new employee orientation, on the job training, in-service education and or quality assurance programs when needed.

　　What You Need to Be Successful

　　High School Diploma and 3+ years of O.R., SPD, or work experience is required.

　　CRCST (HSPA) or CSPDT (CBSPD) certification is required. Certification must be maintained per renewal schedule.

　　Must also obtain CIS/CSIS, CER/CFER, or STERIS Assessment certification within 12 months of hire or promotion.

　　Requires thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and is capable of learning software programs and/or hardware as required. Requires Smart Phone knowledge.

　　Able to perform all job requirements of a Surgical Onsite Specialist I.

　　Must be able to be compliant with hospital/customer credentialing requirements

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　　What We're Offering You in Return

　　Employees are what makes a company great, so we believe it’s important to take care of them just like we take care of our Customers and their patients. In addition to being a global organization and industry leader with ample room to grow your career, we also offer benefits including Medical/Vision/Dental, Paid Time Off, and a 401(k) with company match.

　　Our motto in the Sterile Processing Department is simple: 100% complete, 100% sterile, 100% on time. As an Operating Room Liaison, you play a crucial role in making sure we live up to that standard. If you’re looking for the chance to be a part of a team that impacts dozens of people a day, and you want to further your career with a company that offers several opportunities for career development, click the apply button below. Let’s create a healthier and safer world, together.

　　STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.

　　If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047 (tel:(440) 392.7047) . This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.

　　STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

　　The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location’s HR Office during normal business hours.

　　Req ID: 40266

　　Job Category: Clinical Support, Operations & Education

　　Chicago, IL, US, 60612

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