Staff Education Specialist, Sterile Processing

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Winston-Salem is seeking a qualified leader for Central Sterile Processing education. The role focuses on orientation, staff training, and adherence to regulatory standards to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The candidate will oversee manuals, competency assessments, and educational program development while coordinating in-service training across multiple hospital locations. Strong communication and healthcare training expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Education and certification required for sterile processing leadership.
• Five years' experience in Sterile Processing or completion of an accredited certificate program with three years in Sterile Processing.
• Strong communication and training delivery skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee orientation and training for new employees and ongoing education.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge in central sterile processing and act as a resource for staff.
• Educate staff on regulatory standards, current clinical practice, and safety.
• Maintain and update orientation manuals and skills checklists.
• Coordinate in-service schedules for new instruments and continuing education.

Skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

CSPDT or CRCST certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Schedule

Full Time Days
40 hours weekly
Monday – Friday, 0730 – 1530

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