Sterile Processing Educator

AdventHealth; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

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

Job summary

AdventHealth in Tampa, FL seeks an experienced SPD professional to lead sterile processing and education initiatives within the department. The role emphasizes compliance, competency development, and coordination of staff training across SPD and OR areas.

The incumbent will plan, deliver, and assess educational programs, teach decontamination and sterilization techniques, and collaborate with hospital departments to improve patient safety and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have comprehensive knowledge in SPD and sterilization processes.
• Experience with inventory control and reprocessing techniques preferred.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission and regulatory standards preferred.
• 2+ operating room experience and teaching skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes evaluation methods to determine effectiveness of programs.
• Ensures department compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Writes and administers annual competencies, submitting documentation to HR and Education.
• Uses performance improvement models to identify 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 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.

Skills

SPD knowledge

Sterile processing

Inventory control

Teaching skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma

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 (United States of America)

Address: 3100 E FLETCHER AVE

City: TAMPA

State: Florida

Postal Code: 33613

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.

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 Equivalent [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]

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:

$21.77 - $40.48

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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