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Reprocessing Educator

Cleveland Clinic, Port Saint Lucie, FL, United States


Overview
Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As Reprocessing Educator, you will plan and implement reprocessing education to caregivers while maintaining a positive and professional environment. You will set standards and expectations by emphasizing integrity through your conduct and work ethic, helping motivate pupils through effective teaching methodologies. Ultimately, by developing and delivering education that aligns with industry regulations and Cleveland Clinic’s rigorous quality expectations, you play a critical part in reducing surgical site infections, improving instrument processing efficiency and enhancing patient outcomes. This role is more than just an educator position. You gain an opportunity to be a key player in a healthcare system that is setting the standard for sterile processing excellence.

A caregiver in this position works days from 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Florida Weston Hospital and will float to additional CCF hospitals as needed.

Responsibilities

Design, direct, implement and evaluate educational offerings based on knowledge, skills and learning levels of caregivers.

Develop and utilize appropriate evaluations to determine the effectiveness of educational activities.

Assist in the development of department specific orientation/competencies and orientation of caregivers.

Coordinate continuing education, training programs and caregivers’ development.

Consult with individuals within the Nursing Institute, Surgical Operations, Infection Prevention, CCF and the community regarding professional practices and caregiver roles.

Minimum qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education, Healthcare Administration or related field and five years recent sterile processing experience with demonstrated technical and instrument expertise OR an additional six years progressively responsible experience

Sterile Processing certification (e.g., CRCST, CSPDT, CFER, or CER) that must be maintained

Dual certification of the CRCST/CSPDT and the CFER/CER required within twenty-four months of hire

Demonstrated knowledge of AAMI Standards supporting all processes performed in Sterile Processing

Preceptor training

Demonstrated expertise in reprocessing and computer skills utilizing clinical systems (SPM) and Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience with surgical instruments, decontamination, sterilization and high-level disinfection

Experience with training methods, competency assessments and instructional technology

Familiarity with process improvement methodologies and quality assurance measures

Able to travel to various Cleveland Clinic facilities within the Florida region

Preferred qualifications

Lead technician or supervisory experience

Experience utilizing a Learning Management System (LMS) to develop, manage, and track training programs, ensuring staff competency and regulatory compliance

Physical requirements

Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods

Exposure to sterile processing environments, including decontamination and sterilization areas

Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment

Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information

In some locations, ability to move 25 pounds

Personal protective equipment

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Pay range
Minimum Annual Salary: $52,270.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $79,727.50

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

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