Central Sterile Processing Educator - Full Time

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 66,191,000 - 105,532,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine seeks a Sterile Processing Educator to coordinate and perform educational activities across Surgical Services. You will develop, implement and evaluate sterile processing programs, collaborate with SPD to ensure staff are trained and compliant with industry standards, and support patient safety through ongoing education and audits.

The role covers multiple locations (Main Hospital, MAP and Monroe) with a focus on competency, certification readiness, and quality improvement in

Qualifications

• Requires CRCST, CBSPD, HSPA certifications and ongoing CEU maintenance.
• 5+ years of Sterile Processing leadership/education experience.
• 3+ years leadership or education experience in Sterile Processing.
• Must be able to operate vacuum displacement sterilizers and washer/sterilizers; instrument tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop unit-based performance improvement programs to support PI goals.
• Develop and implement PMPH Sterile Processing Educational program and Perioperative trainings.
• Oversee orientation, training and competency assessments for staff across locations.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement continuing education and vendor in-services.
• Maintain documentation for staff competencies and conduct audits for compliance.

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Job description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Schedule: Dayshift with a monthly rotation to other shifts when needed.

Summary:

• The Sterile Processing Educator (Central Sterile Processing Educator) is responsible for coordinating and performing activities in multiple roles to achieve optimal staff performance outcomes among all Surgical Services Departments. Develops Sterile Processing educational programs regarding proper decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization methods. Collaborates with Sterile Processing Departments (SPD) to ensure Sterile Processing staff, are properly trained and operating within the guidelines set forth by various industry standards and regulations including, but not limited to HSPA, CBSPD, AORN, The Joint Commission, FDA, CDC, OSHA, and AAMI. Will ensure quality patient care through integration of philosophy, professional activities and supervision of staff and support services for the areas of responsibility within Surgical Services. In collaboration with the Surgical Services Professional Development Specialist (PDS), Sterile Processing Educator (Central Sterile Processing Educator) develops, implements and evaluates designated educational programs including orientation, competency assessments, continuing education and in-services. Will coordinate all aspects impacting patient care within the Sterile Processing Departments at each location (Main Hospital, MAP and Monroe) and is an expert in sterilization and HLD processes.

Responsibilities:

• Develop unit-based performance improvement multidisciplinary programs, which support the institution's continuous performance improvement program.
• Will develop and implement an PMPH Sterile Processing Educational program, will support the educational Perioperative 101 program, and the PMPH Surgical Tech training program.
• Responsible for initial and ongoing staff orientation, training and continuous assessments of skills and knowledge to include decontamination, instrument tray assembly, instrument tray storage, sterilization processes and standard precautions to ensure patient safety.
• In collaboration with leadership, and PDS team and organizational objectives, develops, implements, and evaluates designated programs including but not limited to development of a continuing educational program, orientation, required annual, continuous competence assessment, continuing education, vendor in-services.
• Responsible for documentation and record maintenance for all team member competencies in the Sterile Processing Department including managers and supervisors Conducts audits of staff training records to ensure compliance with governing guidelines.
• Facilitates in collaboration with leadership individual, change management processes, work and accountability processes, performance consultation while developing programs to mentor staff and development of job/performance aids to promote quality improvement initiatives based on data collection and performance improvement initiatives.
• Routinely works various shifts to perform quality checks and provide training to the off shifts.
• Provides technical assistance to SPD staff for the assembly of complex surgical instrument sets and provides technical assistance to surgical techs and other Perioperative clinical staff for instrument related issues.
• Responsible for the knowledge-transfer and ongoing education of staff as they prepare for certifications such as CBSPD (Certification Board of Sterile Processing & Distribution) or HSPA (Healthcare Sterile Processing Association).
• Ensures resources are available to assist staff in maintaining required CEUs needed for their certifications and makes sure staff keeps certifications up to date so that they do not lapse.
• Demonstrates compliance with patient safety and risk management protocols including standard precautions and infection control policies.
• Creates a climate of innovation through role modeling, consultation, research and facilitation of learning.

Credentials:

• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (Required)
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician.
• Certified Endoscope Reprocessor
• Certified Instrument Specialist
• Certified Healthcare Leader

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience: And 5+ years Successful completion of requirements in relation to CRCST - Certified Registered Central Service Tech, HSPA, or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician CBSPD. And 3+ years Must be able to operate vacuum displacement sterilizers, Cart washers and washer sterilizers, sonic washers and instrument tracking systems. Or 1+ years Demonstrated or held positions in leadership or education.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Salary Range:

$23.10 - $36.83/Hourly

As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.