Staff Education Specialist, Sterile Processing

Full Time Days, 40 hours weekly, Monday – Friday, 0730 – 1530. Shift could vary to meet the departmental and teammate needs on evening/night shift. Position does include travel to other AHWFB Hospital locations (Alleghany, Davie, High Point, Hugh Chatham, Lexington, Wilkes and future Greensboro hospital). Location: Winston Salem Campus. Benefits eligible: Yes. Hours per week: 40.

Responsibilities

Oversees orientation and training of all new employees and continuing education for all employees; Demonstrates expert skill and knowledge in central sterile processing, incorporating developmental, cultural and ethical considerations. Acts as a resource for staff members; Provides education to staff on regulatory standards and compliance, current clinical practice issues, and safety standards; Maintains and updates all orientation manuals and skills checklists; Creates individualized training plan for all new employees. Conducts weekly assessments of new employees and adjusts orientation training schedule as needed; Assesses competency of preceptors to ensure they have the knowledge and skill to assist with orientation of new employees; Provides re-education to employees as performance issues arise; Coordinates in-service schedule for new instruments, continuing education, etc.; Maintains the in-service records and ensures that all staff receive the necessary information; Adjusts schedule to work with all employees on all shifts to ensure training needs are met and supported. Demonstrates ability to work pre-arranged weekend, night, and evening hours; Communicates with SPD Manager regarding any educational needs or issues; Liaisons with OR Clinical Education Resource Team and assists with OR staff education as needed; Protects self, co-workers and facility by following approved policies and procedures to prevent the spread of bloodborne and/or airborne disease(s)

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), or other sterile processing certification required; Five years' experience in Sterile Processing or completion of an accredited Sterile Processing certificate program with three years' experience in Sterile Processing; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Proficient in Microsoft Office; Demonstrates ability to assess the need for, plan, implement and evaluate high-quality, cost-effective educational programs for staff; Ability to operate equipment such as the steam sterilizer, low temperature sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, and washer decontaminators; Exposure to hazards associated with bodily fluids and tissue; Regular exposure to the risk of blood borne diseases; Exposure to chemical agents used in cleaning; Exposure to hazards of steam and heat, may be subject to burns; Loud stressful environment due to equipment and high demands; Subject to varying and unpredictable situations; Subject to many interruptions; Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance