Clinical Educator II, Central Sterile Process

Partner's Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 76,267,000 - 110,891,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. seeks a Training Coordinator to manage onboarding, orientation, and competency validation within the Sterile Processing Department.

You will work with educators and leaders to support workforce development through hands-on training and real-time coaching in the clinical environment. This role ensures staff have the knowledge and skills to perform their duties safely, in compliance with regulatory requirements, and you will

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent; Bachelor's Degree General Studies preferred.
• Licenses: CRCST credential required.
• Experience: 3–5 years designing and delivering training programs for healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on instruction, coaching, and competency validation in sterile processing.
• Coordinates onboarding, orientation, and training for learners.
• Develops and delivers educational programs, training materials, and competency resources.
• Maintains training records and certification documentation.
• Supports certification preparation and continuing education.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (General Studies)

Job description

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Job Summary Summary: Responsible for coordinating onboarding, orientation, competency validation, and professional development activities within the Sterile Processing Department. Partners with operational leaders, educators, and subject matter experts to support workforce development through classroom instruction, hands‑on training, and real‑time coaching in the clinical work environment. Ensures staff possess the knowledge, technical skills, and competencies necessary to perform their roles safely, effectively, and in compliance with departmental and regulatory requirements.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Provides hands‑on instruction, coaching, and competency validation within the clinical work environment, working alongside staff to develop technical proficiency in sterile processing practices, instrumentation, equipment operation, and departmental procedures.
• Coordinates and facilitates the onboarding, orientation, and training activities for new employees, students, apprentices, and other learners.
• Develops, organizes, and delivers educational programs, in-service events, training materials, educational programs, and competency resources utilizing adult learning principles and departmental standards.
• Facilitates competency validation programs, completes annual competency assessments, and conducts ongoing education activities to support employee development and regulatory compliance.
• Maintains training records, certification documentation, competency records, and other required educational documentation.
• Collaborates with operational leaders and preceptors to monitor employee progress, identify learning needs, and support successful completion of orientation and training requirements.
• Provides supplemental education, coaching, and remediation support for employees requiring additional training or competency development.
• Supports certification preparation, continuing education, apprenticeship programs, and professional development activities for sterile processing staff.
• Serves as a technical resource regarding sterile processing practices, departmental procedures, regulatory requirements, and competency expectations; maintains competency in sterile processing operations and may support department operations as needed.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Bachelor's Degree General Studies preferred

Licenses and Credentials: Certified Registered Central Service Technician [CRCST] - Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) required

Experience: Previous experience in designing and delivering training programs for healthcare professionals, preferably in a CPD or professional development capacity 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills needed to maintain constructive working relationships within and outside of the department.
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Program planning and organizational skills to effectively manage work and educational data collection.
• Customer service skills are required to effectively meet staff needs and build departmental and external relationships.
• Basic computer skills required to communicate electronically and to work with word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type OnsiteWork Location 1153 Centre Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40Employee Type RegularWork Shift Evening (United States of America)Pay Range $26.63 - $38.70/HourlyGrade 6At Mass General Brigham

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement: 2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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