layiq

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LAYIQ - Sterile Processing Educator - Non-Degreed at BJC HealthCare

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital offers highly specialized surgical and medical services in an intimate environment and is known for outstanding patient care. With 64 private patient rooms, 14 operating rooms and four intensive care unit rooms, the facility was designed to provide a comforting environment that is innovative, efficient and centered on the patient experience. The campus features a park-like setting with landscaping and a walking path that winds through the grounds and connects to Millennium Park.
Barnes-Jewish West County Central Sterile Processing Department provides a service that is an integral part of the quality of care that we provide for our patients. We ensure the integrity and sterility of our products and services for our customers. We control all parts of the sterilization process: decontamination, prep & pack, documentation of sterilization records, and sterile storage.

Role Purpose
Creates and implements staff education and professional development activities and programs related to Sterile Processing new hire on-boarding, annual competencies, and certification. Works with Leadership and Quality Assurance Coordinators to develop an education plan to reduce errors and improve department outcomes. Evaluates and updates education material to remain in accordance with changing recommendations in AAMI standards.

Collaborates with staff and representatives of other organizations to develop, present and or evaluate clinically focused training, and continuing education.
Assess, plans, implements and evaluates ongoing educational activities and programs for sterile processing technicians.
Daily hands on training of new hires and preceptors to ensure consistency and high quality outcomes.
Participates in activities that promote safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Collaborates with Periop leadership to develop, review and update CSPD policies and procedures. Participates in professional development and lifelong learning.
Collaborates with leadership to assess the educational needs of the staff and develops appropriate education plan and standard work documents.
Minimum Requirements
Education
High School Diploma or GED
Experience
<2 years
Supervisor Experience
No Experience
Licenses & Certifications
CRCST
Preferred Requirements
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
5-10 years
Supervisor Experience
< 2 years

Sterile Processing Educator - Non-Degreed

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