Hospital Sterile Processing Educator

This acclaimed hospital is seeking a Hospital Sterile Processing Educator for an exceptional opportunity to elevate surgical safety, quality, and team performance . The Hospital Sterile Processing Educator role is ideal for an experienced SPD professional who loves teaching, mentoring, and building reliable, high-performing workflows.

The Hospital Sterile Processing Educator will join a not-for-profit, 300-bed, Joint Commission-accredited, Magnet-recognized organization with strong physician partnerships and a teaching-friendly environment. The Educator will be part of a perioperative service line known for advanced specialties, a culture of safety, and continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Central Sterile Manager within Perioperative Services, the Hospital Sterile Processing Educator will collaborate daily with OR leadership, Infection Prevention, Quality, Materials Management, and Biomedical Engineering. The Hospital Sterile Processing Educator will mentor preceptors, leads, and technicians across all shifts, while partnering with surgeons, anesthesia, and procedural area leaders to align education with clinical needs. Additionally, the role will coordinate with Supply Chain and vendor representatives to standardize instrument sets and support readiness for high-volume cases.

The Hospital Sterile Processing Educator supports a 24 / 7 Sterile Processing Department that services operating rooms plus endoscopy, interventional radiology, cardiology, labor and delivery, and ambulatory sites. The Educator will help guide a skilled, multi-shift team that processes thousands of instruments weekly using steam and low-temp sterilization, borescopes, ultrasonic cleaning, and instrument tracking.

The Hospital Sterile Processing Educator will design onboarding and ongoing education grounded in AAMI standards, AORN guidance, manufacturer IFUs, and regulatory requirements; lead competency assessments, skills labs, and in-services; and drive initiatives that reduce IUSS, improve tray accuracy, and elevate patient safety. The position will maintain policies and procedures, steward the competency and QA programs, analyze quality dashboards, support preference card accuracy, and prepare the department for surveys and audits. The Hospital Sterile Processing Educator will coordinate an education calendar for day-shift coverage (Monday-Friday, approximately 7 : 00 a.m.-3 : 00 p.m.) while remaining visible to off-shifts as needed for coaching and support.

Situated in a vibrant Westchester County hub just north of New York City, the Educator will enjoy express-rail access to Manhattan, lively restaurants and shopping, and weekend escapes to Hudson Valley parks, farms, and river towns . This region reveals a balanced cost of living compared to the city, strong public and private schools, and diverse neighborhoods. The Hospital Sterile Processing Educator will also benefit from plentiful fitness trails, community events, and proximity to major airports for easy travel.

Offering competitive compensation and generous benefits, the Hospital Sterile Processing Educator will be positioned to make a significant impact on surgical safety and team development while advancing a rewarding career .

Ready to lead with purpose as a Hospital Sterile Processing Educator? Apply today to ignite meaningful change and shape the future of perioperative excellence.