Lead Sterile Processing & Quality Education Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Quality and Education Coordinator for Sterile Processing Services.

The role leads quality assurance initiatives, develops evidence-based education for staff handling critical and semi-critical RMD, and supports SPS leadership in program planning and evaluation. Responsibilities include coordinating learning plans, monitoring compliance with standards, and ensuring SOPs are followed to maintain high-quality decontamination and processing of

Qualifications

• Must be a United States citizen or eligible per VA policy.
• English language proficiency as required by VA.
• Experience or education in sterile processing or related health fields.
• Current SPS-related certification or VA Level 2 may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, organization, development, direction, and evaluation of SPS quality assurance and training.
• Assist with onboarding and evaluation of SPS staff and learning plans.
• Collect data and monitor staff compliance with policies and standards.
• Design and implement comprehensive quality management programs within SPS.
• Oversee workload, prioritize tasks, and ensure SOPs are followed.

Skills

English language proficiency

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Education

One year above high school with health care courses

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Quality and Education Coordinator for Sterile Processing Services.

The role leads quality assurance initiatives, develops evidence-based education for staff handling critical and semi-critical RMD, and supports SPS leadership in program planning and evaluation. Responsibilities include coordinating learning plans, monitoring compliance with standards, and ensuring SOPs are followed to maintain high-quality decontamination and processing of