Sterile Processing Department Educator

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Decatur, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

SKILLS

Auditing, Blood-Borne Pathogens, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, DEC Computers, Environmental Work, Establish Priorities, Genetics, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Hospital, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Leadership, Legal, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Medical Waste, Operational Support, Patient Care, Physical Demands, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Sterilization, Training Program Development, Training/Teaching, Typing, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Decatur, GA

POSTED

1 day ago

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: • Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 • Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs • Family-focused benefits • Wellness incentives • Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs and more

Description

+ Works under limited supervision of the SPD leader, assisting the SPD Manager or Director with processing and distribution of sterile instruments and supplies for the designated department/division. + Develops and conducts education programs for SPD staff to ensure acquisition and maintenance of: + Knowledge + Rationales + Certification requirements + Skills necessary to support operational and organizational goals + Provides patient care, treatment, and services within scope of license, certification, and assessed competencies. + Practices in accordance with laws, regulations, and established departmental policies and procedures. + Assists the manager with training and continuing education of employees, taking responsibility for staff growth and development. + Maintains open and active communication with: + Medical staff + Patient care staff + Interdepartmental teams + Ensures competency of all SPD staff and maintains departmental education records in compliance with regulatory guidelines. + Oversees quality and infection control initiatives within SPD. + Conducts quarterly audits of employee records. + Develops and maintains relationships with internal and external entities, including customers, vendors, and other parties, to support training, education, and quality initiatives. + Participates in orientation of new hospital personnel. + Engages in continuous quality improvement activities to ensure safe and high-quality patient care. + Supports the organization's vision, mission, and values, adhering to the Emory Healthcare Pledge. + Performs other duties as assigned to meet departmental and organizational goals. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS + Education: High School Diploma required. + Experience: + Minimum 3 years as a Sterile Processing Technician or Surgical Technologist in Sterile Processing. + Minimum 1 year of experience as a lead trainer or educator in Sterile Processing. + Certification: Sterile Processing Certification required. + Skills/Abilities: + Experience with computer software. + Strong leadership skills. + Ability to prioritize and delegate assignments effectively. + Ability to lift equipment up to 40 pounds. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1-10 lbs. 0-33% of the work day (occasionally), negligible 34- 66% of the workday (frequently), negligible 67-100% of the workday (constantly). Lifting 10 lbs. max, carrying of small articles such as dockets, ledgers, files, small tools, occasional standing & walking, frequent 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.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division

_Emory Decatur Hospital_

Campus Location

_Decatur, GA, 30033_

Campus Location

_US-GA-Decatur_

Department

_DEC-Sterile Processing & Distr_

Job Type

_Regular Full-Time_

Job Number

_165182_

Job Category

_Clinical & Nursing Support_

Schedule

_Other_

Standard Hours

_40 Hours_

Hourly Minimum

_USD $27.93/Hr._

Hourly Midpoint

_USD $33.20/Hr._ Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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