Educator, CST and SPD Technicians - Full Time

Department

SURGICAL SERVICES - 206210 Worker Sub Type

Regular Work Shift

Pay Grade

Job Description

The CST and SPD Educator is an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and certified in one of the following, Certified Service Technician (CRCST) CBSPD (Certified Sterile Processing Technician), CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician), or Certification for IAHCSMM CHL (Certification in Healthcare Leadership). He / she is responsible for coordination and implementation of education, process improvement, and staff development programs for the sterile processing technicians, core technicians, and operating room technicians. He / she serves as a liaison between Operating Room and the Sterile Processing Department. Superior communication and computer skills are required as is knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterile processing standards of practice.

Responsibilities include : Designs and implements a system to detect and develop staff training needs for the certified SPD technicians, core technicians, and surgical technologists; assures that facility staff receive training specified in State and / or regulatory requirements; works cooperatively with staff and managers to determine educational needs of the employees; assists in developing yearly goals and objectives for the education programs; maintains session outlines and attendance logs for in-service training sessions; establishes a system for staff to evaluate each in-service session and analyze the evaluation results on a regular basis; assists in developing policies and procedures; participates in quality and infection control initiatives for improvement activities to evaluate services to determine objectives and methods of instruction; develops education or protocols for new processes, supplies, instruments, and equipment requiring staff training and development, and provide training programs accordingly; oversees department quality control and improvement programs, including error detection, daily activity, and improvement planning and implementation; acts as a resource for staff concerning continuing education opportunities. This person will also help to coordinate with Surgical Technology school programs to facilitate practical experience for those technicians in training.

Education

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology course required.

Experience

Previous care coordination experience in outpatient setting required

Previous experience in case management preferred

Certification & Licensures

State board certification required prior to the start of employment

Qualifications

Basic management and organizational development and training techniques required Comprehensive knowledge of theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies

required

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles / application of sterilization of surgical instrumentation,

equipment, surgical supplies, and case cart systems required

Thorough understanding of principles of sterile processing, including decontamination, packing,

sterilization, storage and controls, indicators, and documentation required

Regulatory and professional standards in the area of the operating room and sterile processing

required

Principles and techniques of curriculum development required

Ability to conduct training and develop sessions, perform the role of facilitator, and effectively utilize

group dynamic skills and techniques required

Demonstrated active listening skills, communicate ideas and information effectively both orally and in

writing required

Ability to speak and answer questions effectively before large and small groups required

Ability to conduct training programs as developed by vendors or others, including written instructional

tools, graphic displays, and other presentation aids required

Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with those contacted

in the course of work required

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing required

Strong computer skills required including a working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel required

Experience with an instrument tracking system preferred

Self-starter and ability to work independently when required

Ability to set priorities, be flexible, multi-task, and meet deadlines required

Demonstrated understanding of LEAN methodology required

FLSA Classification

Non-exempt

Physical Demands

6 A Customer Service

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include :

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U : An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.