Sterile Processing Education Leader

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Educator for sterile processing and high‑level disinfection to advance education, competency management and standardized practice across perioperative services.

The role ensures staff competency and regulatory compliance, standardization of practices and ongoing quality improvement in alignment with accreditation and professional standards. A healthcare or related background with 3+ years of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Healthcare, Education, Nursing, Public Health or related field required.
• At least 3 years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Advance education, competency management and standardized practice across sterile processing, high-level disinfection and related perioperative services.
• Ensure staff competency, regulatory compliance, standardization of practices and continuous quality improvement in alignment with accreditation and professional standards.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Presentation skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Healthcare/Education/Nursing/Public Health or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Educator for sterile processing and high‑level disinfection to advance education, competency management and standardized practice across perioperative services.

The role ensures staff competency and regulatory compliance, standardization of practices and ongoing quality improvement in alignment with accreditation and professional standards. A healthcare or related background with 3+ years of experience is preferred.