Central Service Instrument Tech Instructor

Success Education Colleges in; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Success Education Colleges (SEC) seeks an instructor for Central Service Instrument Technician courses in Glendale, CA. The role involves hands-on lab instruction, safety protocol enforcement, and delivering high-quality educational experiences to students.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma or GED, plus IAHCSMM or CBSPD certification and at least 3 years of related work in sterile processing or the OR environment.

Qualifications

• Must have sterilization knowledge and infection control practices.
• Experience in Central Service, Sterile Processing, or OR environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work with electronic information systems.

Responsibilities

• Check attendance and report to Registrar.
• Supervise students in Central Supply Department.
• Prepare, grade and record exams and maintain schedules.
• Counsel students and coordinate with Didactics on performance.

Skills

Sterilization techniques

Infection control

Computer proficiency

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma/GED

IAHCSMM or CBSPD certification

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Glendale Career College - Glendale, CA 91203, Salary Range: $25.00 - $35.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions comprised of North-West College, Glendale Career College, Nevada Career Institute and Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing. SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 58 years. Our everyday mission is to educate students in short-term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement.

Careers Site: https://www.success.edu/careers-with-sec/

POSITION SUMMARY

The Central Service Instrument Technician Instructor is responsible for delivering a quality educational experience for the students in the courses that she/he teaches all students and are treated in a fair and equitable manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Check students’ daily attendance and report to the Registrar’s Office.
• Supervise students' activities in the Central Supply Department.
• Prepare written and practical exams. Grade and record tests.
• Develop a structured schedule to involve total class participation.
• Counsel students as necessary.
• Coordinate with Didactics in evaluating students’ performance.
• Train students and Turn in students' records for filing.
• Communicate student’s progress at staff meetings.
• Review Universal and Standard Precautions with students preparing to go to Externship Rotation / HIPAA
• Clean and decontaminate instruments, Clean sterilizers, and Clean medical devices.
• Assemble trays.
• Wrap trays and instruments.
• Peel pouch instruments.
• Run both steam and gas sterilizers, Run bio tests for steam, gas, and flash sterilizers. Receive loaners. And make case carts.

Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of sterilization techniques, procedures, infection control, workflow principles and requirements, equipment and supply processing, including cleaning, inspection, and assembly.
• Knowledge of surgical supplies and instrument sets in order to pull surgery cases is preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ work experience in a Central Service, Sterile Processing, or Operating Room environment preferred.
• Ability to make sound decisions and perform with minimal supervision.
• Basic Computer proficiency and ability to work with electronic information systems.

LAB INSTRUCTION:

The instructor will oversee and facilitate laboratory sessions for students in the lab. This role involves providing hands‑on instruction, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED
• Current certification through IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management) or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) organization required
• 3 years of experience

Success Education Colleges is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SEC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer