Educator Sterile Processing University Hospital

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 53,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Paid leave and nine holidays

Retirement options with up to 8% match

Tuition assistance for employees (75%)

Discounts on cell phone plans, rentalや

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Job summary

University of Missouri Health Care is seeking a dedicated educator to lead sterile processing education, development and certification readiness. The role requires collaboration across teams, setting standards for quality and patient safety, and readiness to coach and mentor staff.

The position emphasizes ownership, purposeful communication, and a hands-on approach to improving education and outcomes within the Sterile Processing department on site at University Hospital in Columbia, MO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in sterile processing.
• CRCST certification by HSPA; CER/CFER within 12 months as a condition of employment.
• CIS certification by HSPA within 12 months as a condition of employment.
• CHL certification by HSPA within 12 months as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive orientation and education programs for sterile processing staff.
• Conducts annual needs assessments to identify and prioritize educational needs and competency requirements.
• Coordinates individualized orientation and ongoing education in collaboration with education staff, sterile processing leadership, and clinical partners.
• Plans, develops, and facilitates annual education and certification review workshops.
• Coordinates education and in-service schedules across all system sterile processing department locations.
• Provides education, consultation, and support for sterile processing staff preparing for certification examinations.
• Collaborates with other departments and acts as a liaison to facilitate patient care and operational efficiency.
• Updates educational materials, develops resources, and ensures access to current information for staff recertification.
• Monitors and ensures timely staff recertification according to regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Facilitates learning opportunities for sterile processing practice among surgical technology students.
• Applies adult learning principles, systematic instructional design, and evaluation strategies to promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and lifelong learning.
• Implements quality improvement initiatives to enhance staff development programs.
• Maintains documentation and records related to staff education, competencies, and certifications
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

CRCST certification (HSPA)

CER/CFER certification (HSPA/CBSPD) within 12 months

CIS certification (HSPA) within 12 months

CHL certification (HSPA) within 12 months

Job description

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am to 4:30pm

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Department: Sterile Processing

Facility: University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO

Compensation:

• Base Pay Range: $52,665 to $83,179 per year based on experience.

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate, driven educator who thrives on developing others and raising the bar for excellence in sterile processing. The ideal candidate is a natural leader and coach. someone who brings energy, accountability, and a strong attention to detail to every interaction. This person is collaborative by nature. building strong relationships across teams, academic partners, and vendors to push best practices forward. They are motivated by continuous improvement and take pride in helping others grow in confidence, skill, and certification readiness. A successful candidate is adaptable, forward-thinking, and deeply committed to quality and patient safety. If you’re someone who takes ownership, communicates with purpose, and genuinely cares about making an impact, this is your role to step up and lead.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

Learn more about MU Health Care.

Learn more about living in mid-Missouri.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
• See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive orientation and education programs for sterile processing staff.
• Conducts annual needs assessments to identify and prioritize educational needs and competency requirements.
• Coordinates individualized orientation and ongoing education in collaboration with education staff, sterile processing leadership, and clinical partners.
• Plans, develops, and facilitates annual education and certification review workshops.
• Coordinates education and in-service schedules across all system sterile processing department locations.
• Provides education, consultation, and support for sterile processing staff preparing for certification examinations.
• Collaborates with other departments and acts as a liaison to facilitate patient care and operational efficiency.
• Updates educational materials, develops resources, and ensures access to current information for staff recertification.
• Monitors and ensures timely staff recertification according to regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Facilitates learning opportunities for sterile processing practice among surgical technology students.
• Applies adult learning principles, systematic instructional design, and evaluation strategies to promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and lifelong learning.
• Implements quality improvement initiatives to enhance staff development programs.
• Maintains documentation and records related to staff education, competencies, and certifications
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities can be acquired.
• Three (3) years of experience in sterile processing.
• Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) certification by Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA). Certified EndoscopeReprocessor(CER) certification by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) *or* Certified Flexible EndoscopeReprocessor(CFER) certification by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) within 12 months as a condition of employment in this job classification.
• Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) certification by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 12 months as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.
• Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) certification by the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 12 months as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience in healthcare education, instructional design, or sterile processing leadership.
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.