Sterile Processing Education Leader

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

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.