UVA Health·Albemarle County, Virginia
Acts as a clinical and operational liaison between the Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department to ensure efficient instrument workflows and equipment readiness. Provides on-site support for surgical procedures, including equipment setup, troubleshooting, and guidance on instrument care.
The OR Processing Liaison (ORL) serves as a dedicated on-site clinical and operational partner to the Operating Room (OR) and the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) teams. This role bridges clinical practice, device support, and reprocessing workflows to ensure safe, efficient surgical services and optimal asset utilization.
The Specialist works directly with surgeons, nurses, technologists, SPD personnel, and leadership to support endoscopic and surgical equipment, coordinate instrument reprocessing workflows, improve turnaround times, reinforce regulatory compliance, and enhance overall procedural efficiency.
This role is highly visible and embedded within daily operations, acting as a trusted liaison between clinical teams, sterile processing, and vendor support functions 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.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts Certification and education support Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 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 2023-2024 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.
Requires a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience as an Endoscopy Technician, Sterile Processing Technician, or Surgical Technologist. Physical ability to lift 25-50lbs and work in a clinical environment with exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases is required.
Market context
Support-services roles in Virginia are often tied to steady staffing needs in clinics, hospitals, and other care settings, especially when teams need dependable help with patient flow and day-to-day operations. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma, three years of clinical experience, current AHA BLS, and a recognized Medical Assistant Certification, while offering medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and clinical experience match before applying.
