Sterile Processing Department Educator, Sterile Processing - Emory Healthcare

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8am - 4:30pm/ Full Time/ 40 Hours 

Salary range - $20.86- $34.67

We're seeking a Sterile Processing Department Educator for Emory Decatur Hospital, responsible for being a capable certified technician who cares about the quality of their work an ensuring the safety for all patients. 

This individual will:    

• Under the limited supervision of the SPD leader, the Sterile Processing Educator will assist the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Manager or Director with the responsibility of processing and distribution of sterile instruments and supplies for the designated department/division.
• The Sterile Processing Educator develops and conducts education programs that enable staff to acquire and maintain the knowledge, rationales, certification and skills necessary to support operational and organizational goals. Provides patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification, and registration and/or assessed competencies. Practice will be in accordance with laws and regulations and will adhere to established policies, procedures, and practice guidelines.
• Assist manager with the training and continuing education of employees and accepts responsibility for their growth and development.
• Maintains open and active communication with the medical staff, patient care staff, and interdepartmental staff.
• Ensures the competency of all SPD staff and maintains departmental education records in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Oversees quality and infection control initiatives for SPD. Performs quarterly audits of employee records. Develops and maintains relationships with internal and external entities, customers, vendors and other parties for the purposes of training, education and quality.
• Participates in orientation of new hospital personnel Participates in continuous quality improvement activities to ensure the provision of and improvement upon safe and quality patient care.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Education Minimum 3 years Sterile Processing Technician or Surgical Technologist in Sterile Processing;
• Minimum 1 year experience in Sterile Processing as lead trainer or educator.
• Certification in Sterile Processing required.
• Experience with computer software. Must possess strong leadership skills and the ability to prioritize and delegate assignments.
• The ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

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ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. 
 
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.