What are the responsibilities and job description for the Central Sterile Processing Educator - Berkshire Medical Center - Shift: Hours position at Berkshire Medical Center?
Job Summary
This role is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of educational programs and training for the Central Sterile Processing Department (CSPD) staff. This role ensures that all staff members are well-versed in sterile processing techniques, industry standards, and compliance requirements. The CSPD Educator plays a vital role in maintaining the quality and safety of the hospital's sterile processing operations. This position is a working position with variable allocation of time to floor work and education/training. This position will collaborate with the hospital and system education department in curriculum development to align with organizational format.
Experience
- Five years of hands-on experience in sterile processing with experience in training or department education.
- One year of experience training or responsibility for department education.
Education
- Associate degree required within two years of hire.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
License & Certifications
- Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) required within 6 months of hire.
- Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) at hire required.
- Certified Instrument Specialist (CIS) required.
- Certified Endoscopy Reprocessor (CER) required.
Additional Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of sterile processing standards, infection control practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong knowledge of sterile processing standards, guidelines, and regulations (e.g., AAMI, AORN, and ANSI).
- Proficient in the use of training tools, technology, and software.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Schedule
- Monday- Thursday - 08:30 - 5pm
- 2nd and 3rd Fridays - 0700-3:30
- 1st and 4th, 5th Fridays - 08:30-5pm
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
