Job TitleCentral Sterile Education Coord/UKHCRequisition NumberRE49795Working TitleCentral Sterile Education Coord/UKHCDepartment NameH3320:Perioperative ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level09Salary Range$21.00-34.29/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
BS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Certified Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CBSPD)
Physical Requirements
This position requires sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; regularly lifting and transporting objects up to 25 lbs; and repetitive motion.
Shift
7a-330p Monday through Friday but may require occasional weekends and nights to cover the educational needs of the department.
Job Summary
The Central Sterile Education Coordinator facilitates the ongoing competency and professional development of the clinical staff in the Central Sterile area through education, support, guidance, role modeling, mentorship and promotion of evidence-based and research-based practice. This position will be responsible for education and planning, by assessing as well as developing/implementing educational needs/programs as it relates to unit goals and enterprise goals. The Education Coordinator will provide leadership in orientation and onboarding of new employees, collaborate with team members/other colleagues on problem solving and share policy & practice with staff and validating staff competency.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft office (Windows, Excel, PowerPoint), presentation skills, oral and written communication skills
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
5 years of central sterile experience/bachelor’s degree preferred
Deadline to Apply07/01/2025Our University Community
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