Clinical Educator 1, Sterile Processing (CSPD), Full Time

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition remission

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Miami seeks a Clinical Educator 1 to coordinate and execute educational programs. The role involves ensuring competency of staff, developing training materials, and maintaining communication with various departments. Ideal candidates have a degree in a related field, relevant certifications, and 5+ years of experience in Central Sterile Processing and/or the Operating Room. Benefits include competitive salaries and comprehensive health packages.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in Central Sterile Processing and/or Operating Room.
• Must be able to perform return demonstration training to staff.
• Working knowledge of state and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and implement educational programs for the CSPD.
• Provide quality assurance programs and orientation for sterile processing staff.
• Coordinate the in-services and evaluations on new products and equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of Instruments

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong organizational skills

Computer skills including MS Word and Excel

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in related field

CRCST Certification

CST Certification

CIS Certification

CHL Certification

Tools

Instrument tracking system

Job description

Clinical Educator 1, Full Time page is loaded## Clinical Educator 1, Full Timelocations: Miami, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R100091511## **Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .This position reports directly to the Executive Director of Central Sterile Processing Department. This position is accountable for coordinating and executing education Uhealth Central Sterile Processing Departments {CSPD} and all procedural areas including nursing floors. * The CSPD Educator develops, plans, implements and evaluates educational programs to meet the needs of the Central Sterile Processing Departments.* To aide in the professional development of all staff.* The CSPD Educator maintains open and active communication with the medical, patient care, infection control, and interdepartmental staff.* The CSPD Educator ensures the competency of all CSPD staff.* Including computer related requirements and maintains departmental education records in compliance with regulatory guidelines.* Ensures that the department meets all the regulations, standards and guidelines consistent with AORN, AAMI, The Joint Commission, CMS, CDC, OSHA, and FDA requirements as well as the hospital's policies and procedures.* The CSPD Educator oversees quality and infection control initiatives for CSPD.* The CSPD Educator provides a comprehensive and technical orientation, education, and training program for the sterile processing staff.* The CSPD Educator will coordinate the in-services, evaluations on new products and equipment.* Provides quality assurance programs and the support necessary for staff in the field of sterile processing.* The CSPD Educator performs quarterly audits of employee records.* Represents Central Service through consultation on interdepartmental and interdisciplinary committees and task forces.***This list of duties and responsibilities are not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.*****CORE QUALIFICATIONS****Education:**DegreeHigh School Diploma or EquivalentAccredited Certification Related Program**Certification and Licensing:****Required**Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Preferred or all 4 certifications)CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician), or Equivalent, or CST (Certified Surgical Technician)CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist)CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader)CER (Certified Endoscope Reprocessor)**Experience:**Five (5) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience. In Central Sterile Processing and/or Operating Room.**Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:*** Must have a good working knowledge of Instruments, the operation/workings of the OR and be able to speak the language of the OR.* Excellent written, verbal and organizational 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. Ability to set priorities be flexible, multi-task and meet deadlines.* Knowledge of state and regulatory agencies.**Department Specific Functions*** Normal work conditions will vary and will include exposure to Decontamination, sterile processing procedures and operating room environments.* Must be able to perform return demonstration training to staff.* Must be willing and able to wear and use personal protective equipment(PPE) appropriate to the work environment.* Work with outside vendor teams and individual staff.* Participate in department meetings.* Communicate with department managers.* Provide bi-weekly and /or monthly staff in-services.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**Staff**Pay Grade:**H12The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.