Ensures that Central Sterile Processing (CSP) technicians at UMMC are properly trained and operating within the guidelines set forth by various industry standards and regulations including, but not limited to, IAHCSMM, CBCSP, AORN, The Joint Commission, FDA, CDC, OSHA, and AAMI. Performs various other training duties related to instrument processing as necessary. Includes alternate facility sites as needed in order to conduct training, including clinic areas.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. These are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

1. Should have a working knowledge/understanding of Adult Learning Theory
   • Ability to organize complex educational projects
2. Can be accomplished in initial orientation and training period
3. Conducts orientation and training of new employees
   • Monitors and tracks performance of newly hired employees to track progress
4. Conducts initial assessments and annual employee competencies
5. Responsible for seeking/sharing current knowledge related to professional field, procedures, and regulations
   • Joins and attends local professional organization to obtain updated information
   • Assist Manager in development and implementation
6. Develops and maintains an education plan. Conducts CSP training based on best demonstrated practices
7. Reviews and revises policies and procedures in collaboration with CSP manager to ensure best demonstrated practices
8. Monitors and revises education programs as necessary to ensure staff receive updated information
9. Develops and maintains a schedule for continuing education and training
10. Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks as demonstrated through meeting timelines
11. Conducts in-services to provide standardized information
12. Documents all training
13. Conducts annual audits of staff training records to ensure compliance with governing guidelines
14. Ensures resources are available to meet requirements of staff certification
    • Obtains applicable reference material
    • Engages staff to join and participate in certification readiness course
15. Maintains documentation relating to safety, effectiveness, and cost in planning, delivering, and managing training and development activities
16. Documents and communicates all successes and barriers
17. Collaborates with committees, councils, leadership, and other professionals in teaching, consultation, research, and facilitation of best demonstrated practices related to instrument processing
18. Promotes customer service and the mission of the University of Maryland
19. In collaboration with CSP Manager and Peri-Op Quality Coordinator, promotes quality assurance and performance improvement related to employee technical skills and Infection Prevention
20. Models behavior that is appropriate for affiliation with the University of Maryland