Sterile Processing Educator

AdventHealth; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth Rome, GA seeks an experienced SPD educator to lead staff education, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate competency programs for decontamination, sterilization, and case carting. The role emphasizes teaching and improving SPD processes across departments.

The ideal candidate has several years in SPD, knowledge of Joint Commission standards, and CRCST/CSPDT/CSPM certifications. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of SPD, OR instrumentation, and sterilization procedures.
• Experience in inventory control and supply distribution is preferred.
• Licenses: CRCST, CSPDT, or CSPM preferred/required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes evaluation methods to determine the effectiveness of programs and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develops and delivers educational programs for SPD staff and coordinates continuing education opportunities.
• Teaches classes in decontamination, sterilization, tray assembly, and OR scheduling; analyzes data to improve competency.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Sterilization

Infection control

OR procedures knowledge

Education

Associate

Bachelor's

High School Grad

Job description

Our promise to you

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day-Weekend (United States of America)

Address

501 REDMOND RD NW

City

ROME

State

Georgia

Postal Code

30165

Job Description

Utilizes evaluation methods to determine the effectiveness of individual and overall programs. Ensures department compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Writes and administers annual competencies, submitting documentation to Human Resources and Education departments. Uses performance improvement models to identify and resolve issues and improve outcomes within and between departments. Facilitates and coordinates continuing education opportunities for SPD employees. Identifies employee education needs through formal and informal assessments. Plans, develops, and implements educational programs for SPD staff. Teaches classes within areas of expertise such as decontamination, tray assembly, sterilization, case carting, supplies, and OR scheduling. Collects and interprets statistical data to improve departmental competency performance. Partners with all hospital departments to identify, improve, and implement best practices and protocols. Performs root cause analysis, makes recommendations, and develops training materials to reduce future defects. Researches current literature and standards to identify optimal learning experiences for staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have comprehensive knowledge and experience in surgical instrumentation, microbiology as it relates to SPD and OR, cleaning procedure, disinfection, sterilization, and the care, handling, disassembly of hospital equipment and surgical instruments. [Required]
• Knowledge of specific health care products, patient care equipment and basic use is required. [Preferred]
• Must hold comprehensive knowledge in inventory control, supply distribution, receiving, reprocessing techniques and principles, production management and regulating agency standards. [Preferred]
• Five years of responsible SPD experience and progressive work experiences in SPD and adult education learning and development positions. [Preferred]
• Knowledge of operating room procedures, Joint Commission standards, American National Standard/Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation. [Preferred]

Education

• Associate [Preferred]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]
• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Field of Study

• Graduateof an accredited vocational school

Work Experience

• 2+ operating room experience[Preferred]
• 5+sterile processing with demonstrated teaching skills [Preferred]
• Previous supervisory experience [Preferred]

Additional Information

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Registered Central Service Tech (CRCST) [Required] OR
• Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) [Required] OR
• Certified in Sterile Processing Management (CSPM) [Required]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$20.60 - $38.31

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.