Sterilizing Educator - Full Time Day shift

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

• 40 Hours/week
• Weekend On Call Rotation approximately every 3 months (rotating with other staff)
• 1 Holiday required every 24 months 
• Ability to work occasional flex hours, as needed, to train new staff on all shifts

The Sterilizing Educator reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine (NM), adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. 

Responsibilities:

• Assists department manager with day-to-day operations.
• Responsibilities include the coordination of workload, educates/trains staff and problem solving.
• Responsible for decontamination, cleaning, processing and sterilization of supplies and equipment dispensed by the department.
• Works closely with leadership staff within Perioperative Services. 

Qualifications

Required:

• Previous hospital sterilizing department experience or equivalent
• 3 year experience in Central Sterilizing department
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• 2+ years' experience educating/training skills.
• CERT SPDT

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.