Sterile Processing Educator III Newark

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 35,156 - 52,734; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

403(b) retirement plan with company 2x

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Free On-Site Gym Membership

Job summary

ChristianaCare in Newark is seeking an Education Coordinator III for Sterile Processing to lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive education and competency program. You will champion continuous learning and clinical excellence while ensuring caregivers are prepared to deliver safe sterile processing practices.

Reporting to the Manager of Training, Education, and Quality, you will partner with department leadership to align initiatives with ChristianaCare’s mission and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Healthcare, Education, or related field preferred).
• Five years Sterile Processing or Operating Room experience.
• CRCST or CSPDT certification required.
• CST/CER/CIS/CHL certifications preferred.
• Prior experience in education, training, or precepting required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive education and competency program for the Sterile Processing Department.
• Lead education initiatives to support regulatory readiness and quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with Sterile Processing leadership to align educational efforts with organizational priorities.

Skills

Educational leadership

Training & development

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Healthcare, Education, or related field)

Job description

Job Details

Sterile Processing Educator III
Full-time - Day shift 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Monday - Friday some rotating evenings
Location: ChristianaCare Hospital/Newark Campus- Sterile Processing Dept.

At ChristianaCare, we are guided by our values of Love and Excellence, and we are seeking an inspiring, collaborative professional to join our team as the Education Coordinator III Sterile Processing. In this essential role, you will champion a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and clinical excellence by leading the design, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive education and competency program for the Sterile Processing Department.

As a key educator and subject matter expert, you will ensure our caregivers are prepared, confident, and empowered to deliver safe, high-quality sterile processing practices that directly support exceptional patient care. You will play a critical role in advancing caregiver development, strengthening regulatory readiness, and driving quality outcomes through innovative, evidence-based education strategies.

Reporting to the Manager of Training, Education, and Quality, you will partner closely with Sterile Processing leadership to align educational initiatives with ChristianaCare’s mission, operational priorities, and commitment to excellence. Through your leadership, you will help foster an environment where caregivers feel supported, valued, and inspired to grow—bringing our mission of serving together, guided by love and excellence, to life each day.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree required (Healthcare, Education, or related field preferred).

Five years Sterile Processing or Operating Room experience required.

Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required.

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER), Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS), Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) preferred.

Prior experience in education, training, or precepting required.

ChristianaCare Offers

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage.
• Two retirement planning options, including 403(b) with company contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash out.
• Paid Parental Leave for growing families.
• Tuition Assistance for continuing education and certifications.
• Free On-Site Gym Membership and access to fitness facilities.
• Incredible Work/Life Benefits, including: Annual membership to Care.com and access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work; Retirement planning services and financial mentorship; Fitness and wellness reimbursement; Phenomenal discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets, and much more!

Why Join ChristianaCare?

• Work for a nationally recognized health system committed to excellence and innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing education.
• A collaborative environment focused on patient safety and quality care.

If you’re ready to inspire caregivers, elevate standards, and make a meaningful impact, we invite you to bring your expertise to a team guided by Love and Excellence.

Hourly Pay Range: 25.52 - 38.28

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date: Aug 1, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/