Sterile Processing Educator-Full Time Days

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

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary:

The Sterile Processing Educator designs, develops, and implements education and training programs and clinical workshops in Sterile Processing Department (SPD). The Sterile Processing Educator also participates in the revision of policies and procedures within the Sterile Processing department, and assists in research projects and studies associated with SPD.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops, designs and implements education and training programs and clinical workshops including preparation, facilitation, and follow-up (orientation, internship, preceptorship, staff development).
• Educates new Associates and interns on functions, procedures and processes relevant to SPD. Ensures quality orientation for new Associates, i.e. arranges preceptors and ongoing goal-setting meetings; provides classroom training; ensures completion of orientation schedules, checklists, and post-tests with appropriate documentation. Updates management on the status of orientees.
• Assists management with annual skills reviews/internal department competencies to include maintenance of education, competency and certification records for SPD personnel. Conducts in-services for department and certification updates, and ensures Associates are compliant with departmental requirements.
• Assists in the revision of policies and procedures within the Sterile Processing department.
• Holds routine meetings with the Manager of the Sterile Processing department and ensures appropriate follow-through for identified issues.
• Functions as a Lead technician in absence of management.
• Assists with daily functions in the assembly and other areas of Sterile Processing as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current certification in Sterile Processing required.
• Minimum of two years of Sterile Processing experience required.
• Comprehensive knowledge in inventory control, supply distribution, receiving, reprocessing techniques and principles, production management and regulating agencies standards required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, including surgical procedures, human anatomy and of current and developing trends in area of professional expertise required.
• Educational credentials and leadership experience preferred.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Compensation Pay Range:

$21.96 - $30.74