Staff Education Specialist Position Available In Guilford, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Staff Education Specialist role in High Point, NC involves overseeing training, assessment, and education for staff in surgical instrumentation processing. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, along with sterile processing experience and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include orientation, training, and ensuringpliance with safety standards. The job entails working with various shifts and communicating closely with managers and staff.
Job Description
Staff Education Specialist
High Point, NC, United States
Job ID:
152559
Job Family:
Support Services
Status:
Full Time
Shift:
Variable
Remote Opportunity:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Department Name:
12531088943025-Operating Room Sterile Processing
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Overview
HOMEBASE
High Point Medical Center
TRAVEL:
Will float to HMPC, Premier, Clemmons, Lexington, Wilkes, Davie
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for overseeing the training of new employees, continuous assessment and continuing education of staff skills in the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and storage of surgical instrumentation.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED with five years’ experience in Sterile Processing orpletion of an accredited Sterile Processing certificate program with three years’ experience in Sterile Processing. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or
REGISTRATION
Certification as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT), or Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST), or other sterile processing certification required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Oversees orientation and training of all new employees and continuing education for all employees. 2. Demonstrates expert skill and knowledge in central sterile processing, incorporating developmental, cultural and ethical considerations. Acts as a resource for staff members. 3. Provides education to staff on regulatory standards andpliance, current clinical practice issues, and safety standards. 4. Maintains and updates all orientation manuals and skills checklists. 5. Creates individualized training plan for all new employees. Conducts weekly assessments of new employees and adjusts orientation training schedule as needed. 6. Assessespetency of preceptors to ensure they have the knowledge and skill to assist with orientation of new employees. 7. Provides re-education to employees as performance issues arise. 8. Coordinates in-service schedule for new instruments, continuing education, etc. 9. Maintains the in-service records and ensures that all staff receive the necessary information. 10. Adjusts schedule to work with all employees on all shifts to ensure training needs are met and supported. Demonstrates ability to work pre-arranged weekend, night, and evening hours. 11. Communicates with SPD Manager regarding any educational needs or issues. 12. Liaisons with OR Clinical Education Resource Team and assists with OR staff education as needed. 13. Protects self, co-workers and facility by following approved policies and procedures to prevent the spread of bloodborne and/or airborne disease(s)
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Excellent oral and writtenmunication 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
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to hazards associated with bodily fluids and tissue Regular exposure to the risk of blood borne diseases Exposure to chemical agents used in cleaning Exposure to hazards of steam and heat, may be subject to burns Loud stressful environment due to equipment and high demands Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Subject to many interruptions Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries
