Clinical Educator Sterile Processing

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

32d

About The Position

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Requirements

• Equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• 5 years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician, Surgical Technician or related field
• (CRCST) CRCST Upon Hire or
• (CSPDT) CERTIFIED STERILE PROC TE Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3 years of experience in a hospital supervisory role preferred
• Working knowledge of AORN standards, OSHA guidelines, and in depth knowledge of TJC, IAHSCMM, and AAMI standards is strongly preferred.
• (CST) CERT SURGICAL TECH

Responsibilities

• Assures that the standards of operation of the Sterile Processing department comply with the standards set by regulatory agencies, such as the state Department of Health, TJC, IAHCSMM, AAMI, and AORN.
• Works in conjunction with Clinical Education to provide a comprehensive departmental orientation to all new personnel and required training to all staff on an ongoing basis.
• Develops and implements departmental performance improvement activities and assures ongoing staff participation.
• Maintains continued education in the field of Central Sterile Processing operations and equipment through education, literature, and seminars.
• Provides instructions and in-service on new products, procedures and equipment in a manner that will identify and prevent resource loss and maintain safety.
• Provides recommendations to the Manager of Sterile Processing regarding staff's performance.
• Provides training and education to Sterile Processing Technicians to prepare them for the National Certification.
• Maintains open and active communication with the medical staff, patient care staff, and interdepartmental staff.
• Ensures the competency of all Sterile Processing Department staff.
• Working closely with the department manager, oversees quality and infection control initiatives for Sterile Processing and maintains the quality assurance and performance standards of the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees