Educator Sterile Processing

Department: 37719 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Sterile Processing Services

Status:
Full time

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: 9AM- 5:30PM. NO HOLIDAYS NO WEEKENDS

Pay Range: $22.90 - $34.35

• Promotion and support of an environment that is conducive to staff growth and development and autonomy.
• Defines, coordinates, implements, monitors and evaluates SPD orientation program.
• Provides for competency based education process for associates.
• Fosters ongoing professional development of associates by assisting with performance, assessment of needs and assisting individuals with identification of professional goals.
• Promotes participation in educational opportunities
• Develops, monitors, and evaluates the role of unit-based preceptor

• Orient associates to department policies and procedures
• Explain job activities and tasks relative to each position
• Orient associates to specific SPD functions:
  Decontamination Instrument Assembly Sterilization Case Cart Assembly Equipment handling
• Promotion and support of an environment that is conducive to staff growth.
• Demonstrates, explains and monitors the activities of new orientees or personnel seeking advancement to next technical level.
• Monitors associate engagement and addresses issues or concerns to assure resolution.

• Communicates changes in practice and ensures changes are incorporated into daily activities.
• Monitors and evaluates unit compliance with regulatory agency requirements.
• Assumes responsibilities in the absence of the supervisor, in conjunction with the manager.
• Serves as a clinical resource and mentor for staff.
• Monitors associate engagement and addresses issues or concerns to assure resolution.
• Monitors customer satisfaction in collaboration with the manager.
• In conjunction with manager, participates in goal setting and process improvement initiatives.
• Supports and serves as resource to affiliated schools.

• Stays current on sterilization standards via literature, education events, internal and external resources, and networking.
• Participates in activities to enhance professional growth, such as involvement in professional organizations and continuing education
• Partners with Infection Control to assure alignment
• Promote staff certification.
• Performs all SPD Tech I and II accountabilities when assigned.
• Acts as a resource on instrument identification, appropriate use, location and availability.

• CSPDT, CST preferred.
• 3+ years Surgical environment experience
• 1+ years teaching or supervisory experience pref.

• Good working knowledge of computer programs, specifically Microsoft Office, e-mail and hand held technology.
• Good communication skills.
• CSPDT, CST preferred with current Professional State Licensure under IDFPR.

• Ability to lift/and or move surgical instrument trays 30-40 lbs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints and in difficult situations.
• Exposed to hazardous materials and blood-borne pathogens.
• 24 hour - 7 day availability.
• Ability to prioritize independently and respond to multiple simultaneous requests.
• 30-40 lbs.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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