Sterile Processing Quality - Educator

About the role

The Sterile Processing Educator reports to the Sterile Processing Manager. Under limited supervision, the position involves developing and conducting education programs to ensure staff acquire and maintain the necessary knowledge, certifications, and skills to support operational and organizational goals. Additionally, the educator assists in updating Instrument Tracking System data and ensuring consistent adherence to scanning protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct education programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills
• Support staff in acquiring and maintaining certifications relevant to their roles
• Assist in updating Instrument Tracking System data
• Ensure consistent adherence to scanning protocols

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or GED with 3 years of significant hospital work experience in Sterile Processing and/or Operating Room
• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare or related field with 2 years of significant hospital work experience in Sterile Processing and/or Operating Room preferred
• Previous supervisory and/or education experience preferred
• Must have Certified Registered Sterile Processing Technician (HSPA/CBSPD) certification
• Skilled in computer operation and proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Instrument Tracking System

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 3 years of significant hospital work experience in Sterile Processing and/or Operating Room
• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare or related field
• 2 years of significant hospital work experience in Sterile Processing and/or Operating Room
• Previous supervisory and/or education experience
• Certified Registered Sterile Processing Technician (HSPA/CBSPD)
• Proficient in computer operation and specific software

Skills

• Computer operation
• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• Power Point
• Instrument Tracking System

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Salary grade Health-27

Schedule

Rotating shifts

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture: Standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, working indoors, working outdoors (temperature extremes), working from elevated areas, kneeling, bending at the waist, twisting at the waist, squatting, reaching overhead, reaching in all directions, repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders), full use of both legs, balance & coordination (lower extremities), manual dexterity & strength (pinching operations, gross motor use, fine manipulation, reaching overhead, reaching in all directions, repetitive motion, lifting & force requirements, lifting/carrying 50 lbs. unassisted, lifting/lowering 50 lbs. from floor to 36”, lifting up to 25 lbs. overhead, exerting up to 50 lbs. of force)
• Visual & Sensory: Corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes), recognizing objects (near/far), color discrimination, depth perception, peripheral vision, hearing acuity (with correction), tactile sensory function, gross motor with fine motor coordination, olfactory (smell) function, respiratory function, effective stress management, rotating shifts, overtime as required, latex-safe environment

Selected Positions

• Olfactory (smell) function
• Respiratory function

Work Environment & Conditions

• Effective stress management
• Rotating shifts
• Overtime as required
• Latex-safe environment

Additional Information

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit, and business need.