Staff Education Specialist, Sterile Processing

Advocate Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Winston-Salem Campus seeks a Sterile Processing Education Coordinator to lead orientation, staff development, and ongoing education for the department. You will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain manuals, and design training plans for new hires across shifts.

The role requires CSPDT/CRCST certification and at least five years in sterile processing (or a certified program with three years of experience). Travel to other locations is involved as needed.

Qualifications

• Five years' experience in Sterile Processing or completion of an accredited Sterile Processing certificate program with three years' experience in Sterile Processing.
• Certification as CSPDT or CRCST is required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees orientation and training of all new employees and continuing education for all employees.
• Provides education on regulatory standards, current clinical practice issues, and safety standards.
• Maintains and updates orientation manuals and skills checklists.
• Creates individualized training plans for new employees and conducts weekly assessments.
• Coordinates in-service schedule for new instruments and continuing education.
• Adjusts schedule to work with all employees on all shifts to meet training needs.
• Liaisons with OR Educational Resources Team and assists with OR staff education as needed.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Educational program design

Staff training

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

CSPDT or CRCST certification

Sterile processing certification

Tools

Steam sterilizer

Low-temperature sterilizers

Ultrasonic washers

Washer decontaminators

Job description

Schedule

Full Time Days

40 hours weekly

Monday – Friday, 0730 – 1530

*Shift could vary to meet the departmental and teammate needs on evening/night shift

Location: Winston Salem Campus

*Position does include travel to other AHWFB Hospital locations (Alleghany, Davie, High Point, Hugh Chatham, Lexington, Wilkes and future Greensboro hospital)

Major Responsibilities

• Oversees orientation and training of all new employees and continuing education for all employees.
• Demonstrates expert skill and knowledge in central sterile processing, incorporating developmental, cultural and ethical considerations. Acts as a resource for staff members.
• Provides education to staff on regulatory standards and compliance, current clinical practice issues, and safety standards.
• Maintains and updates all orientation manuals and skills checklists.
• Creates individualized training plan for all new employees. Conducts weekly assessments of new employees and adjusts orientation training schedule as needed.
• Assesses competency of preceptorsto ensure they have the knowledge and skill to assist with orientation of new employees.
• Provides re-education to employees as performance issues arise.
• Coordinates in-service schedule for new instruments, continuing education, etc.
• Maintains the in-service records and ensures that all staff receive the necessary information.
• Adjusts schedule to work with all employees on all shifts to ensure training needs are met and supported. Demonstrates ability to work pre-arranged weekend, night, and evening hours.
• Communicates with SPD Manager regarding any educational needs or issues.
• Liaisons with OR Clinical Education Resource Team and assists with OR staff education as needed. 13. Protects self, co-workers and facility by following approved policies and procedures to prevent the spread of bloodborne and/or airborne disease(s)

Minimum Job Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED

Certification / Registration / License: Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), or other sterile processing certification required

Work Experience: Five years' experience in Sterile Processing or completion of an accredited Sterile Processing certificate program with three years' experience in Sterile Processing.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Excellent oral and written communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Demonstrates ability to assess the need for, plan, implement and evaluate high-quality, cost-effective educational programs for staff. Ability to operate equipment such as the steam sterilizer, low temperature sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, and washer decontaminators

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Exposure to hazards associated with bodily fluids and tissue Regular exposure to the risk of blood borne diseases Exposure to chemical agents used in cleaning Exposure to hazards of steam and heat, may be subject to burns Loud stressful environment due to equipment and high demands Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Subject to many interruptions Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries