Sterile Processing Quality & Educator Lead (48X)

The Sterile Processing Quality and Educator Lead, within the Sterile Processing Department, provides organizational oversight, creates, and provides education, orientation, and training to all Sterile Processing Department staff. Disseminates information, provides consultation, and assistance for changes in practice to Sterile Processing and high-level disinfection best practice procedures. The Sterile Processing Quality and Educator Lead, as the Principal Educator, functions as a team leader to guide and coordinate the activities of the Sterile Processing Department Educator team. The Sterile Processing Quality and Educator Lead meets and exceeds the role and responsibilities of the Sterile Processing Department Educator job position description and is widely regarded as the subject matter expert of AAMI Guidelines for Sterilization and high-level disinfection regulatory body requirements. The incumbent designs and develops curricula, teaches individuals and develops staff competency. The incumbent creates, reviews, and updates department and hospital policies as needed. Works to create a team environment for the Sterile Processing Department Educators. Provides consultation and expertise to Sterile Processing Regulatory requirements and industry standards and regulations including, but not limited to, HSPA, CBSPD, AORN, The Joint Commission, FDA, CDC, OSHA, and AAMI.Apply By October 12, 2024Minimum QualificationsCRCST from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)

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CSPDT from The Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)CIS from HSPA from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)

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CSIS from The Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)Bachelor's degree and/or a combination of comparable clinical education and/or experience7+ years recent experience in a Sterile Processing Unit2+ years recent experience as an educator/training position in a Sterile Processing UnitPreferred QualificationsCertification in Endoscope Reprocessing (CER) from Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA)Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CFER) from The Certification Board of Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)Key Responsibilities80% - Training Program Planning, Development and Implementation20% - Leadership and QualityDepartment OverviewSterile Processing is one department within Perioperative Services that supports operating rooms by cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing surgical instrumentation, flexible scope and case cart assembly. The Sterile Processing unit also supports Ambulatory Services, Inpatient Services, and the Primary Care Network within the health system by cleaning, disinfecting reusable equipment and the cleaning, disinfecting and sterilization of surgical instrumentation used by these services.Department Specific Job ScopeThe Sterile Processing Quality and Educator Lead has extensive knowledge of sterile processing, high-level disinfection, and endoscopic processing education and training practices to develop and deliver education and training content for all levels of Sterile Processing Technicians in the medical center. Mentors sterile processing educators and functions as a leader and information resource. Leads or oversees the implementation of new programs. Identifies and supports continuous improvement opportunities to enhance current Sterile Processing Workflows.Position InformationSalary or Pay Range: $ 3,524 - $6,590Salary Frequency:

BiweeklySalary Grade: 24UC Job Title: QLTY IMPV HC SPEC 3Number of Positions: 1Appointment Type: Staff: CareerPercentage of Time: 100%Shift Hours:

8 hoursLocation: 48X (4868XST)Union Representation: Non-RepresentedBenefitsOutstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals.Physical DemandsStanding - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursWalking - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursSitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursLifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursEnvironmental DemandsChemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 HoursLoud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 HoursMental DemandsSustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 HoursComplex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 HoursWork EnvironmentThis position is directly responsible for providing support to Perioperative Services locations across UC Davis Health.Special RequirementsThis is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and BelongingAt UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach.

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