At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description And Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

WORK SHIFT: M-F, flexible hours, rotating supervisor call

JOB SUMMARY:

Ensures that SPD staff are properly trained and operating within the guidelines set forth by various industry standards and regulations including, but not limited to HSPA, CBSPD, AORN, TJC, FDA, CDC, OSHA, AAMI and those of St. Tammany Health System. Performs various administrative training duties related to Sterile Processing employees. Travels to facility sites as needed to conduct training on all shifts. In addition, the coordinator will be responsible for assessing competencies for STHS and ancillary departments with instrument reprocessing functions.

This position currently has no direct supervisory responsibilities; however, leadership and influence related to staff evaluation is an integral component of this position. This position reports to the Director of Sterile Processing.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires full engagement with the staff. The employee must be able to fully function in all areas of Sterile Processing. This position frequently requires hands-on training with staff which includes but is not limited to working in the decontamination area and completing daily rounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from 2-Year College or technical school preferred.
• Minimum 3 years Sterile Processing or 1 year Sterile Processing Leadership experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Operating Room, Flexible Endoscopy, medical instruments and O.R. procedures.
• Ability to interact and teach various levels of learners.
• Must be able and available to work various hours as needed.
• Working experience with Microsoft Office applications and instrument tracking systems; ability to learn additional software as required.
• This position requires full engagement with the staff.
• The employee must be able to fully function in all areas of Sterile Processing.
• This position frequently requires hands-on training with staff which includes but is not limited to working in the decontamination area and completing daily rounds.
  
  

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certified Sterile Processing Specialist or a Surgical Tech with the ability to obtain Sterile Processing certification through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) OR
• Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 12 months of hire. Leadership certification through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) OR
• Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) within 36 months of hire
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

Constant (67%-100%) - talking, hearing, seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling

Occasionally (1%-33%) - balancing, stooping

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.