Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build 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 Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM at Main Campus and will float to additional CCF hospitals as needed.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
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 for the ideal future caregiver include:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education, Healthcare Administration or related field OR additional progressively responsible experience
Sterile Processing Distribution Certification by IAHCSMM or CBSPD
Two years of recent Sterile Reprocessing experience with demonstrated clinical expertise
Preceptor (training) or Lead Technician experience
Demonstrated expertise in reprocessing and computer skills utilizing clinical systems (SPM) and Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
In-depth knowledge of sterile processing standards, including AAMI, AORN, and regulatory guidelines
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
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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.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
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