Sterile Processing Adjunct Faculty- MCHP - Lewiston, United States - Central Maine Medical Center

Description

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

This instructor will teach students seeking certification as a Central Registered Central Services Technician (CRCST) as part of this degree program.

The instructor's primary responsibilities are to provide active and effective learning for students in all applicable educational settings, act as a professional and academic role model and commit to student success.

• Teach central sterile processing courses utilizing a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate diverse learning styles of students
• Cover all material in depth and scope as described in the syllabus and utilize approved lesson plans
• Select learning experiences and guide students in achieving desired outcomes
• Participate in the evaluation process of students in achieving desired outcomes and maintain accurate and timely attendance records
• Advise students with respect to the assigned course
• Maintain academic expertise

• Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards (e.g., AAMI, CDC, OSHA).
• Knowledge of or capability to use educational technology (computer, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.,)
• Knowledge and understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds
• Skills in effectively managing classes, including planning and student performance assessment
• Skills in communicating well, both orally and in writing
• Skills in effectively engaging critical thinking
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform a variety of tasks under pressure
• Ability to be self-motivated, self-directed, and work independently
• Ability to adhere to principles of trust, integrity, teamwork, and positive collaboration

• Must be fully certified as a Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing department Technician (CSPDT) from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA), International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM), or Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD)
• Three (3) or more years of occupational (i.e. practical) experience as a Sterile Processing Technician
• Willingness to work according to a flexible schedule (nights and weekends may be required)
• Previous teaching experience highly desired

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
• A master's degree from an accredited university or college is preferred
• Experience in course design, instructional delivery, and the elements of effective teaching and learning
• Familiarity with Quality Matters
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems