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Sterile Processing Educator

Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle, Washington
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The posted compensation range of $27.71 - $41.85 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-382572 Employment Type Full Time Department Sterile Processing Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Varies Weekly Schedule Flexible Remote No Category Education and Training
Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award-winning health systems in Washington state  CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington, our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.  While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!


Responsibilities

The Sterile Processing Clinical Educator ensures that Sterile Processing staff, both internal and external are properly trained and operating within the guidelines set forth by various industry standards and regulations including, but not limited to HSPA, CBSPD, AORN, The Joint Commission, FDA, CDC, DNV OSHA, AAMI and those of VMFH.

Performs various educational duties under supervision and guidance from Director Sterile Processing.

Potential to support and work alongside all instrument processing solutions to include but not limited to continuous

Improvement and off site surgery centers.


Qualifications

Education/Work Experience Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Associates degree / Bachelor Degree Preferred.
  • 5+ years training/educator experience required.
  • 5+ years Sterile Processing experience required.

Job Knowledge/Abilities:

  • Clinical Educator has to be able to be a subject matter expert on assigned competencies for VMFH.
  • The employee is expected to take proactive steps in understanding and resolving gaps in employees’ competencies and resolving business problems.
  • This position is crucial to the success of the VMFH SPD department.
  • Failure to successfully complete their job can lead to patient health issues, Joint Commission’s concerns, and large fines/processes assigned to VMFH in cases where employees are not trained on how to perform their job duties.

Licensure/Certification

  • CRCST (HSPA) or CSPDT (CBSPD) certification required within 6 months of hire
  • CER (HSPA) or CFER (CBSPD) certification required within 6 months of hire
  • CIS (HSPA) or CSIS (CBSPD) or CST (NBSTSA) certification required within 6 months of hire
  • Must maintain certification by completing 12 Continuing Education Credit Hours each year, or more if required for

a specific certification

  • Must maintain valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance and be available to operate a vehicle as needed to meet travel requirements.

 Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes comprehensive compensation and benefits, continuing education and support, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the country, you will find that an opportunity with Team Medicine is one worth taking. Virginia Mason Medical Center, was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Seattle, WA, Virginia Mason is an internationally recognized leader in the continuous improvement of health care. With an extensive list of awards and distinctions that includes our recognition as Top Hospital of the Decade by The Leapfrog Group, Virginia Mason offers you the opportunity to partner with exceptionally talented peers at every level. You will contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad. Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers you the chance to focus on what really matters - our patients.

We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].

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