Sterile Processing Education Specialist
Billings Clinic

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About Us
Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.

Your Benefits
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Sterile Processing Education Specialist
CENTER FOR EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT (Cancer Center)
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Shift: Varies
Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater)
Hours per Pay Period: 1.00 = 80 hours (Non-Exempt)
Starting Wage DOE: $20.66 - 25.83

The Sterile Processing Education Specialist is responsible for overseeing the education and certification
for all Sterile Processing Technicians and Equipment Reprocessors at their respective location(s). The
Sterile Processing Education Specialist will help ensure that standards of operation are in compliance
with the standards set by all regulatory agencies.
Education activities include department orientation, initial training of sterile processing staff, certification
training, ongoing education for recertification, mandatory training and vendor in-services.
The Sterile Processing Education Specialist requires wide-ranging knowledge of ever-changing
instrumentation, equipment and techniques. An extensive Sterile Processing skill set is required for
success in this position. The Sterile Processing Education Specialist is responsible for their continued
education in the field of sterile processing operations and equipment through education, literature and
seminars. The incumbent will provide instructions and/or in-services on new products, procedures and
equipment to ensure the best possible support for our customers and the highest possible care for our
patients.
Essential Job Functions
• Responsible for the standardized, effective, and efficient education of the Sterile Processing
Department (SPD) staff at all SPD location(s).
• Ensure that the policies, procedures and practices comply with the standards established by all
regulatory agencies.
• Specific areas of educational oversight include surgical instrumentation, scope reprocessing, etc.
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• Will provide educational support for all Operating Room service lines.
• Educates on the cleaning, decontamination, inspection and assembly of a high variety of complex
surgical instruments and instrument sets.
• Educates on the operation of cleaning, disinfection and sterilization equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of Sterile Processing standards, techniques, instrumentation and equipment through participation in professional organizations and attendance at relevant continuing education programs and conferences.
• Assists in establishing and updating standards of supplies, chemicals and materials used in the area of responsibility.
• Develops professional and ethical relationships with staff, customers and vendors through communication and collaboration.
• Interacts closely with the Surgical Services, Infection Control, Risk Management and Safety departments to identify and mitigate potential patient safety issues.
• Assists in the implementation of new technologies that are used in the Sterile Processing area, as well as new instrumentation used for many types of surgical procedures.
• Maintains records in their area of responsibility to keep abreast of performance and achievement of departmental goals.
• Follows-up on recalls if any items do not meet the standards for sterilization. This includes verifying that autoclave cycles are complete; previewing the findings of microbiological spore tests with infectious disease staff; notifying all using departments of possible contamination of the items on the affected load; maintains appropriate documentation of actions taken to comply with
regulatory agencies.
• Ensures the database of the instrument tracking system is maintained and accurate.
• Initiates and develops programs that incorporate continuous improvement. Reviews processes, identifies opportunities for improvement and affects change.
• May assist management with the following items: participating in interviewing, helping staff work through issues, etc.

Minimum Qualifications
Education
•High School or GED, required

•4 Year / Bachelors Degree in a Health Care related filed, preferred

Experience
•Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sterile processing, with a strong background in sterilization techniques and instrument management.

•Previous experience in an educator or training role preferred

Certifications and Licenses
•Certification in Sterile Processing (e.g., CRCST, CIS - Certified Instrument Specialist, CHL - Certified Healthcare Leader) required, at hire

•Certification by CBSPD as a Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution

*One certification required at hire and the other must be obtained within 6 months of hire

Billings Clinic is Montana's largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming and the western Dakotas. A not-for-profit organization led by a physician CEO, the health system is governed by a board of community members, nurses and physicians. Billings Clinic includes an integrated multi-specialty group practice, tertiary care hospital and trauma center, based in Billings, Montana. Learn more at www.billingsclinic.com/aboutus

Billings Clinic is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer, that strives to be kind, safe, and courageous in all we do. As an equal opportunity employer, our policies and processes are designed to achieve fair and equitable treatment of all employees and job applicants. All employees and job applicants will be provided the same treatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, and/or disability. To ensure we provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees, please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.