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Sterile Processing Education Specialist

Luriechildrens, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Sterile Processing Education Specialist

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.Location:

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of ChicagoJob Description:General Summary:

The Sterile Processing Education Specialist influences professional role competence and professional growth of learners in a variety of settings. The Sterile Processing Education Specialist supports lifelong learners in an inter-professional environment that facilitates continuous development and learning for the healthcare team.The Sterile Processing Education Specialist collaborates with various departments to ensure proper sterile processing education and competency for the entire organization. Promotes and supports continuing education needs and certification requirements of the department. Assists in standardization of sterile processing education across the organization including team member training, development of policy and procedures, and annual competencies. This position is responsible for documentation and record maintenance for all team member competencies in the Sterile Processing Department.Shift:

Day hours Monday-Friday/ 10-hour shifts are allowed but must be on site at least 4 days per week. Some travel to satellite clinics required.Hours:

7am-5pm 4 days per week or 7am-3pm M-FEssential Job Functions:Oversees program development function that includes assessment, research, training design, training delivery and evaluation of orientation, training, and continuing education as well as customized solutions to enhance organizational effectiveness while supporting continuous learning.Designs, implements, and coordinates education integrating competencies and annual training across the organization.Provides educational opportunities to support certification with CBSPD and IAHCSMM.Facilitates individual, team, and organizational performance management that includes competency development and evaluation, change management processes, work processes, performance consultation, and mentoring staff.Facilitates knowledge management function to develop employee's ability to learn, adapt, and change swiftly as new technology emerges and clinical practice evolves.Provides services to improve the delivery of service that includes facilitating quality and safety initiatives, establishing standards of practice and documentation standards.Demonstrates value of professional development to the healthcare environment through return on investment, enhancing quality of care, and improved patient outcomes.Actively works to transform processes at the organizational level, utilizing project management and improvement processes.Other job functions as assigned.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Bachelor of Science or Business Administration Degree required.Experience: Four years in a healthcare-related field; supervisory or educator role experience required.Licensure, Registry or Certification Required: Certified Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician (CSPDT) required.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Comprehensive knowledge of sterile processing and familiarity with daily operations in surgical services.Program lead in continuing education programs specific to Sterile Processing.Benefit Statement:For full-time and part-time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:Medical, dental and vision insuranceEmployer paid group term life and disabilityEmployer contribution toward Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave403(b) with a 5% employer matchVarious voluntary benefits:Supplemental Life, AD&D and DisabilityCritical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverageTuition assistanceStudent loan servicing and supportAdoption benefitsBackup Childcare and EldercareEmployee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health servicesDiscount on services at Lurie Children’s facilitiesDiscount purchasing programThere’s a Place for You with UsAt Lurie Children’s we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond.Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org

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