Sterile Processing Educator

About the role

The Sterile Processing Educator develops and provides orientation, continuing education, competency and training, and staff development for the Sterile Processing Unit. This position's primary responsibility is to develop, implement, track and manage all departmental educational activities, including training programs and instruction for both newly hired and current staff members.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, tracks and manages all departmental educational activities
• Writes, reviews, and updates unit competencies
• Assists management in updating and developing department policy and procedures
• Supports staff in maintaining CEU opportunities and assists in certification/re-certification
• Coordinates vendor in-services for continuous training

Requirements

• Minimum (1) year experience as a Trainer/Educator, including experience developing and implementing educational and training plans for various roles in the department
• Five (5) years of recent demonstrated experience working as a Sterile Technician in a Sterile Processing Department
• Base Certification requirement: A) CRCST from HSPA or B) CSPDT from CBSPD
• Demonstrated experience practicing and implementing operational practices according to AAMI Standards and Guidelines
• Experience with disinfection, sterilization, packaging, and infection control practices and principles
• Experience developing and implementing educational and training plans for various roles in the department
• Experience planning, coordinating, and conducting in-services for staff to ensure safe, current and appropriate industry practices
• Experience and knowledge base of a surgical atmosphere
• Extensive knowledge of AAMI recommended practices and regulatory agency guidelines as it pertains to sterile processing
• Ability to maintain current knowledge on industry practices and guidelines to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies and inspections
• Demonstrated experience developing and updating competencies that reflect the skills required to perform various work
• Working knowledge on training and development, performance management and workplace learning
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact and present to the target and diverse audience
• Able to use a computer to communicate with email, retrieve data and create/edit competencies, power point presentations, and policy & procedures
• Ability to set work priorities and establish/complete deadlines
• Ability to establish effective interpersonal & working relationships with all staff
• Ability to work well under deadlines in a fast-paced changing environment and perform multiple tasks effectively and concurrently

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: License and/or certification if required of the position
• Physical Demands: Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours, Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours, Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours, Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours, Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours, Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours, Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours, Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours, Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours, Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Mental Demands: Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours, Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours, Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours, Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours, Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours, Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Able to use a computer to communicate with email, retrieve data and create/edit competencies, power point presentations, and policy & procedures
• Ability to set work priorities and establish/complete deadlines
• Ability to establish effective interpersonal & working relationships with all staff
• Ability to work well under deadlines in a fast-paced changing environment and perform multiple tasks effectively and concurrently

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans

Pay

$2,666.40 - $4,758.40

Schedule

Monday-Friday 1430-2300