Surgical Services Liaison - TOSH

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• High School plus 2 years of experience in Sterile Processing or Operating Room Experience

PreferredQualifications:

• Certified Sterile Processing Technician, Certified Surgical Technologist, or Certified Registered Central Service Technician

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a visible and proactive presence within the Operating Room environment.

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with OR staff, including surgeons, nurses, and surgical technologists.

• Regularly communicate with OR staff to anticipate upcoming needs and proactively address potential instrument concerns.

• Receive and prioritize requests for sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment from the OR.

• Ensure a rapid response time to all requests, with a target of delivering requested instrument sets to the designated operating room within 5 minutes of the request.

• Quickly and accurately locate requested instrument sets and supplies within the SPD.

• Safely and efficiently transport sterile items to the appropriate operating room, adhering to all sterile handling protocols.

• Effectively assess the urgency of OR requests and prioritize accordingly to meet immediate surgical needs and prevent delays.

• Communicate any potential delays or challenges in fulfilling requests promptly and clearly to the OR staff.

• Utilize knowledge of surgical procedures and instrument requirements to foresee potential instrument shortages, damages, or discrepancies.

• Proactively communicate potential issues to both OR and SPD leadership and work collaboratively to find timely solutions before they impact a surgical case. Troubleshot minor instrument-related issues within the OR, when appropriate and within scope of practice.

• Facilitate clear and effective communication between the OR and SPD regarding instrument needs, usage, and any issues encountered.

• Provide feedback from the OR to the SPD regarding instrument quality, completeness, and any concerns.

• Educate OR staff on SPD processes and limitations when necessary. - Contribution to Patient Care:

• Understand the direct impact of this role on the timely progression of surgical procedures and, ultimately, the delivery of high-quality patient care.

• Maintain a strong sense of responsibility for ensuring the OR has the necessary sterile instruments and supplies when needed.

• Perform other duties as necessary to support the efficient and effective operation of both the Operating Room and the Sterile Processing Department.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.