Central Processing Educator, Full Time, Day

The Valley Hospital•Paramus, NJ

2d•$30 - $38

About The Position

The Central Processing Educator is responsible for the planning, implementation and appraisal of the orientation, Competency and Quality Assurance Programs, and professional development for Central Processing Department personnel. The CPD Educator & Quality Assurance Coordinator is also responsible for the development and maintenance of Central Processing Department policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
certification as a surgical technologist or sterile processing technician
Accredited certification program such as the CBSPD sterilization certification or CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician
Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience; preferable in Sterile Processing or Operating Room
Must have a good working knowledge of Instruments, the operation/workings of the OR and be able to readily understand their issues and requests
Be able to speak the language of the OR
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills required including a working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel
Self-starter, ability to work independently when required
Ability to set priorities, be flexible, multi-task and meet deadlines
Utilizes critical thinking and problem solving tools and techniques to analyze situations fully and accurately and to reach productive decisions
Detailed oriented, excellent organizational and documentation skills
Good interpersonal and telephone skills
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
Capable of communicating and coordinating with multiple departments
A team player

Nice To Haves

Experience with an instrument tracking system preferred

Responsibilities

planning
implementation
appraisal of the orientation
Competency and Quality Assurance Programs
professional development for Central Processing Department personnel
development and maintenance of Central Processing Department policies and procedures

Benefits

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities