Sterile Processing Educator

Job Description

The Sterile Processing Educator develops and communicates a full range of educational and quality monitoring programs to assist the department supervisors, technicians and customers of sterile processing services.

Demonstrates subject-matter expertise and applies best practices in infection control and sterile processing to department procedures and problem-solving.

The Sterile Processing Educator oversees the development and implementation of educational programs for Sterile Processing at both the Mountain View and Los Gatos campuses and assists in establishment of standard operating procedures.

Qualifications:

1. High School education with completion of college-level and/or professional training in materials management, infection control, decontamination and disinfection, medical instrumentation, medical terminology, industrial management, organizational development and/or communications.

2. Three years' experience in sterile processing and/or operating room in an acute care setting, including at least 2 years in a lead role that included training, competency development, quality monitoring, procedure writing, CQI activities.

3. Demonstrated competence and in-depth knowledge of sterile processing through hands-on work as an advanced SPD technician or related surgical experience.

4. Demonstrated ability to produce results and coordinate projects.

5. Proven track record in demonstrating critical thinking, analytical skills, prioritizing and planning skills.

6. Demonstrated effective computer skills working with Instrumentation Management Software.  Able to teach, observe, and conduct on-hands training to Sterile Processing and Perioperative Staff utilizing the Instrumentation Management Software.

7. Demonstrates effective oral and written communications, customer-service skills, including presentation and training skills.

8. Proficient computer skills using Office software including Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher.

9. Knowledge of and ability to apply and incorporate the recommended practices of the AORN, Healthcare Sterile Processing , AAAMI, APIC and other organizations into the policies and procedures of the SPD.

10. Familiar with the standards / regulations of CMS, TJC, and CDC related to infection control and sterile processing and experience with successful regulatory audits preferred.

11. Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and training program development.

12. Ability to work some pre-arranged weekend, night, and evening hours

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:

1. Current CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or Healthcare Sterile Processing Certification as a sterile processing technician

2. Current sterile processing manager certification preferred (must obtain within one (1) year of hire, if not current).

3. Current CA driving license and proof of auto insurance.

Salary Range:

$45.68 - $68.52 USD Hourly