Central Processing Educator, Sterile Processing Department, Full Time, Day

Valley Health System (New Jersey); Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental & Vision Discount Program

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D

FSA & Commuter Benefits

Paid Holidays

PTO

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

EAP

Fitness Center Discount

Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare

Job summary

The Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ seeks a CPD Educator and Quality Assurance Coordinator to plan, implement, and evaluate orientation, competency and quality assurance programs for Central Processing Department staff.

The role develops and maintains department policies, coordinates with the OR and other areas, and ensures thorough documentation and education for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; surgical tech certification preferred.
• Accredited central processing certifications (CRCST/CBSPD) preferred.
• Three years in sterile processing or related area is desired.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and appraise orientation, competency and QA programs for CPD staff.
• Develop and maintain Central Processing policies and procedures; coordinate with multiple departments.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Organization

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Surgical technologist certification

CRCST or CBSPD certification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Instrument tracking system

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:The Central Processing Educator is responsible for the planning, implementation and appraisal of the orientation, Competency and Quality Assurance Programs, and professional development for Central Processing Department personnel. The CPD Educator & Quality Assurance Coordinator is also responsible for the development and maintenance of Central Processing Department policies and procedures.EDUCATION:High school diploma or equivalent required, certification as a surgical technologist or sterile processing technician. Accredited certification program such as the CBSPD sterilization certification or CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service TechnicianEXPERIENCE:Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience; preferable in Sterile Processing or Operating Room.SPECIAL SKILLS:Must have a good working knowledge of Instruments, the operation/workings of the OR and be able to readily understand their issues and requests. Be able to speak the language of the OR. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong computer skills required including a working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel. Experience with an instrument tracking system preferred. Self-starter, ability to work independently when required. Ability to set priorities, be flexible, multi-task and meet deadlines. Utilizes critical thinking and problem solving tools and techniques to analyze situations fully and accurately and to reach productive decisions. Detailed oriented, excellent organizational and documentation skills. Good interpersonal and telephone skills. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms. Capable of communicating and coordinating with multiple departments. A team player.Job LocationThe Valley Hospital-ParamusShiftDay (United States of America)BenefitsMedical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit PlansSupplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended IllnessRetirement PlanTuition AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership DiscountDay Care Discounts for Various Daycare FacilitiesSalaryJoining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.Pay Range: $30.82 - $38.53 (per hour)EEO StatementValley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.