CSP/OR Liaison, Full Time- Day shift

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At UChicago Medicine, we bring the world’s most innovative approaches to patients facing conditions ranging from common to highly complex. We are seeking a dedicated and highly collaborative CSP/OR Liaison to serve as a vital connection between the Operating Room (OR) and the Central Sterile Processing Department (CSP).

This is a fully onsite position based in the greater Chicagoland area.

Position Overview

The CSP/OR Liaison plays a critical role in ensuring seamless coordination between the Operating Room and Central Sterile Processing. This position is responsible for overseeing daily workflow, facilitating efficient case flow, and promoting clear, proactive communication to support surgical excellence and patient safety. You will act as the primary communication bridge between OR service leads, OR staff, and CSP leadership—ensuring case cart completeness, addressing missing instruments or trays, and providing accurate ETAs for cart and tray arrivals. This role also carries a phone linked to specific ORs to provide real-time customer service support and rapid issue resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities between the OR and CSP to ensure efficient case flow.
• Communicate proactively with OR service leads and staff regarding case cart status, missing instruments, and tray availability.
• Provide timely updates and ETAs for cart/tray arrivals.
• Partner with CSP leadership to prioritize daily turnovers and anticipate next-day case needs.
• Ensure critical information is effectively handed off between shifts.
• Promote outstanding customer service through issue resolution, education, and training of staff and physicians.
• Assist with departmental projects and process improvement initiatives aligned with organizational policies and performance goals.
• Maintain current knowledge of cleaning, assembly, packaging, and sterilization standards in accordance with CBSPD, AAMI, and IAHCSMM guidelines.
• Adhere to evidence-based practices (EBP) and all safety policies, including protocols for bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Stay current on aseptic techniques, microbiology fundamentals, and evolving sterilization practices impacting sterile supply operations.

Required Qualifications

• CBSPD or CRCST certification (required).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sterile processing.
• Strong knowledge of sterile processing standards and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CIS or CHL certification.
• Leadership experience within sterile processing.

Professional Standards

All team members are expected to uphold UCMC Standards of Behavior, including:

• Adherence to all UCMC policies and regulatory requirements.
• Commitment to the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Providing patient-centered care with presence and focus.
• Demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.
• Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for patients, families, and colleagues.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UChicago Medicine is committed to equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, qualifications, and merit, without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits.  The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.