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Sterile Processing Educator

Position Summary

Responsible for developing and managing a Sterile Processing educational program that encompasses a new hire training program that can be individualized or support a cohort model.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, implements and evaluates a competency-based Transition to Practice program to on-board new sterile processing staff
• Plans, designs, implements and evaluates ongoing education, professional development and training needs of sterile processing staff annually
• Aligns education and competencies with HSPA and AAMI/ANSI standards of practice
• Updates competency based orientation packets to ensure they meet current guidelines and processes and meet the on-boarding needs of new employees
• Coordinates annual skills training for all team members
• Coordinates monthly education for team members
• Tracks all education offerings provided to sterile processing staff
• Creates, reviews and revises policies and procedures to ensure they are in line with current professional standards
• Provides practice updates for policy, procedural and standards changes
• Ensures required training and documentation is complete and filed for all team members
• Provides shift coverage to assist with core staffing when necessary
• Works minimum of four shifts per month in the department to maintain competency
• Provides educational opportunities across the shifts to reach all team members
• Provides supportive education and resources to staff preparing for CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician) certification
• Evaluates new staff transition to practice progression by meeting regularly with preceptors and staff
• Assesses competency of new staff through observation of daily work, simulations, and other learning modalities
• Prepares additional supportive education for staff as needed during their Transition to Practice program
• Monitors and evaluates preceptor skills through observation of daily work and staff evaluation of preceptor
• Assists leadership in the collection of data for performance improvement initiatives
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree required; relevant certification, such as Certification in Healthcare Leadership (CHL), or 2 years related experience may be accepted in lieu of and Associate's degree
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an acute or ambulatory Surgical Services Sterile Processing department/setting required in addition to education requirement
• Central Service Certification (CRCST) through the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) required
• Familiar with HSPA, AAMI/ANSI, AORN recommended Practices and Standards and other industry standards and best practices required
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook required
• Knowledge of conference facilities, technology, and equipment required

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing position
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
• Must be able to stoop, crouch, or bend
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals, acids, cleaning solution, disinfectants, soaps, etc.
• Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc.
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.