The Sterile Processing Educator reports to the Sterile Processing Manager. Under limited supervision, the Sterile Processing Educator develops and conducts education programs that enable staff to acquire and maintain the knowledge, rationales (correct spelling in gps), certification and skills necessary to support operational and organizational goals. The educator will also assist updating Instrument Tracking System Data and ensuring all scanning protocols are followed consistently.
Position Description:
Facilitates effective communication in the Sterile Processing department articulating the status of team vision/goals as well as how the department fits into the division's strategic plan and business operations service model
Organizes and facilitates competency model for Sterile Processing including standards of work, regulatory compliance, specialty specific instrumentation, equipment and other areas directly impacting the quality of work thru the Sterile Processing Department.
Coordinates the department quality monitoring program by facilitating data collection and analysis, With the department manager, develops reports and tools directly aimed at impacting the error rate and outcomes of the department
Establishes policies and procedures, standards of work and work instructions for the department and assigns staff as appropriate to review for practice for practical application. Coordinates these records to ensure that they are consistently up-to-date and meeting current practice standards
Role may fill in for shift coordinator or manager as needed
Role will support other Performance Improvement projects as needed
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Required:
Certification as a CRCST- IAHCSMM ((Certified Registered Central Service Technician / International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management) (CS/SPD))
Experience as an OR Scrub Technician and/or Sterile Processing Technician for a minimum of 1 year
Preferred:
Certification as CHL-IAHCSMM (Certification in Health Care Leadership)
Completion of a Surgical Tech program/certification
Associates or Bachelor's Degree
Experience as an OR Scrub Technician and/or Sterile Processing Technician in a supervisor role
Time Type:
Full time
Job Requisition ID:
R-6776
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