Staff Education Specialist

American Addiction Centers • Winston-Salem, NC

81d • $23 - $35

About The Position

The position is responsible for overseeing the training of new employees and the continuous assessment and continuing education of staff skills in the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and storage of surgical instrumentation. The role requires a high school diploma or GED with five years' experience in Sterile Processing or completion of an accredited Sterile Processing certificate program with three years' experience in Sterile Processing. Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), or other sterile processing certification is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years' experience in Sterile Processing or completion of an accredited Sterile Processing certificate program with three years' experience in Sterile Processing.
• Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), or other sterile processing certification.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.
• 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).

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees