Reprocessing Educator

About the role

As Reprocessing Educator, you will plan and implement reprocessing education to caregivers while maintaining a positive and professional environment. You will set standards and expectations by emphasizing integrity through your conduct and work ethic, helping motivate pupils through effective teaching methodologies. Ultimately, by developing and delivering education that aligns with industry regulations and Cleveland Clinic’s rigorous quality expectations, you play a critical part in reducing surgical site infections, improving instrument processing efficiency and enhancing patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Design, direct, implement and evaluate educational offerings based on knowledge, skills and learning levels of caregivers.
• Develop and utilize appropriate evaluations to determine the effectiveness of educational activities.
• Assist in the development of department specific orientation/competencies and orientation of caregivers.
• Cook with continuing education, training programs and caregivers’ development.
• Consult with individuals within the Nursing Institute, Surgical Operations, Infection Prevention, CCF and the community regarding professional practices and caregiver roles.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education, Healthcare Administration or related field and five years recent sterile processing experience with demonstrated technical and instrument expertise OR an additional six years progressively responsible experience.
• Dual certification of the CRCST/CSPDT and the CFER/CER required within twenty-four months of hire.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AAMI Standards supporting all processes performed in Sterile Processing.
• Preceptor training.
• Demonstrated expertise in reprocessing and computer skills utilizing clinical systems (SPM) and Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with surgical instruments, decontamination, sterilization and high-level disinfection.
• Experience with training methods, competency assessments and instructional technology.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies and quality assurance measures.
• Able to travel to various Cleveland Clinic facilities within the Florida region.

Preferred qualifications

• Lead technician or supervisory experience.
• Experience utilizing a Learning Management System (LMS) to develop, manage, and track training programs, ensuring staff competency and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• Health Plan Options – You have the choice between two comprehensive Cleveland Clinic Employee Health Plan options: EHP and EHP Plus.
• Dental Care – Four plan options administered by Cigna are available.
• Vision Care – Two plan options administered by EyeMed are available.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Eligible caregivers receive Paid Time Off (PTO) that can be allotted toward vacation, holidays, sick time, etc.
• Caregiver discounts – We offer discounted rates for auto, home and pet insurance, identify theft protection and more.
• Adoption assistance – We provide financial assistance of up to $5,000/per child ($10,000 maximum lifetime benefit) for caregivers who choose to legally adopt a child.
• Employee Assistance Program – The Program provides free, confidential short-term counseling for caregivers and their families, whether for relationships or legal challenges.
• Employee Hardship Fund – This fund provides aid for caregivers experiencing unexpected financial difficulties.
• Paid maternity and parental leave – You will enjoy up to eight consecutive weeks for maternal care after the birth of your child to bond with your baby and up to four weeks for parental care.

Pay

Minimum Annual Salary: $52,270.00 Maximum Annual Salary: $79,727.50