Clinical Educator Sterile Processing

8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

• Education
  HS Diploma or GED  

• Experience
  5 years of experience as a Sterile Processing Technician, Surgical Technician or related field

• Licenses and Certifications
  Sterile Processing Technician Certification

Preferred

• Education
  Bachelor’s Degree

• Experience
  3 years of experience in a hospital PRECEPTOR or EDUCATOR role.
  1 year Working knowledge of AORN standards, OSHA guidelines, and in-depth knowledge of TJC, HSPA, and AAMI standards is strongly preferred. 

JOB DUTIES

• Assures that the standards of operation of the Sterile Processing department comply with the standards set by regulatory agencies, such as the state Department of Health, TJC, IAHCSMM, AAMI, and AORN.
• Works in conjunction with Clinical Education to provide a comprehensive departmental orientation to all new personnel and required training to all staff on an ongoing basis.
• Develops and implements departmental performance improvement activities and assures ongoing staff participation. 
• Maintains continued education in the field of Central Sterile Processing operations and equipment through education, literature, and seminars.
• Provides instructions and in-service on new products, procedures and equipment in a manner that will identify and prevent resource loss and maintain safety.
• Provides recommendations to the Manager of Sterile Processing regarding staff’s performance.
• Provides training and education to Sterile Processing Technicians to prepare them for the National Certification.
• Maintains open and active communication with the medical staff, patient care staff, and interdepartmental staff.
• Ensures the competency of all Sterile Processing Department staff.
• Working closely with the department manager, oversees quality and infection control initiatives for Sterile Processing and maintains the quality assurance and performance standards of the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.