Sterile Processing Educator: Elevate Training & Compliance

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Educator to design and implement education programs, clinical workshops, and policy revisions within the SPD. The role also supports research projects and maintains training documentation.

You will lead orientation for new associates, ensure competency and certification records are up to date, and assist management with annual skill reviews and in-services. A strong SPD background is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent; higher degrees preferred.
• Current Sterile Processing certification required.
• Minimum of two years Sterile Processing experience.
• Knowledge of inventory control, processing techniques and regulatory standards.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops and implements education and training programs and workshops for SPD.
• Educates new associates and interns; coordinates orientation and preceptors; tracks progress.
• Maintains education, competency, and certification records; conducts in-services.
• Assists in revising SPD policies and procedures; supports management with policy updates.
• Holds routine meetings with SPD management; leads as acting Lead technician when needed.
• Performs daily SPD tasks as required.

Skills

Education & Training

Leadership

Sterile Processing

Quality & Compliance

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Sterile Processing Educator to design and implement education programs, clinical workshops, and policy revisions within the SPD. The role also supports research projects and maintains training documentation.

You will lead orientation for new associates, ensure competency and certification records are up to date, and assist management with annual skill reviews and in-services. A strong SPD background is essential.