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Sterile Processing Instructor Jobs in Washington

Sterile Processing Instructor information

What is a sterile processing instructor?

A Sterile Processing Instructor is responsible for educating and training students or staff in sterile processing techniques, ensuring they understand how to properly clean, sterilize, assemble, and distribute medical instruments. They develop lesson plans, conduct hands-on training, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Additionally, they may prepare students for certification exams and reinforce best practices in infection control and patient safety.

What are the main responsibilities of a sterile processing instructor?

As a Sterile Processing Instructor, your primary role is to teach and guide students through the principles and practical applications of sterilization, decontamination, and instrumentation used in healthcare settings. You will develop lesson plans, lead classroom and hands-on training sessions, assess student performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards and accreditation requirements. Additionally, you often collaborate with clinical sites for externships and stay current with changes in sterilization practices to keep curriculum relevant. This dynamic role offers the chance to make a direct impact on the quality of patient care by shaping the next generation of sterile processing professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sterile processing instructor?

A Sterile Processing Instructor should have deep knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control, and medical instrumentation, usually supported by certification such as CRCST or CSPDT and prior experience in sterile processing. Familiarity with industry-standard sterilization equipment, tracking systems, and quality assurance protocols is vital. Strong communication, teaching abilities, and patience are essential soft skills for effectively training and mentoring students. These competencies are important to ensure that future sterile processing technicians are well-prepared to maintain patient safety and follow healthcare facility standards.

Infographic showing various Sterile Processing Instructor job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Full Time, 50% Part Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 50% In-person, 25% Hybrid, and 25% Remote job distribution.

Part-Time Faculty- Central Sterile Processing

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC)

Arnold, MD

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Part-Time Faculty- Central Sterile Processing

Apply now Job no: 492528
Work type: Part-Time Faculty
Location: Arnold/Main Campus
Categories: Part-Time Faculty

Title: Part-Time Faculty- Central Sterile Processing

Department: Apprenticeship & Applied Learn

Campus Location: Arnold/Main Campus

Work Mode: This position requires regular in-person presence on campus and at alternative locations, depending on class schedule and other assigned duties.

Work Schedule: Flexible (days, evenings, weekends)

Position Type: Part-Time Faculty,  Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Part time faculty position located at the Arnold campus. Instructor is responsible for classroom and lab instruction in the Sterile Processing field. The instructor is to follow the curriculum outline and learning expectations as provided. Content is housed in Canvas (online learning platform). Instructor must have some computer experience, expertise in the sterile processing field or higher and the ability to effectively manage a classroom. Prior teaching experience is not required. A desire to share your knowledge of the sterile processing field is a must! Instructors will be required to adhere to Anne Arundel Community College's Part-Time Faculty Instructional policies and procedures, as well as the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) policies and procedures.
Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) is committed to enriching the educational experience it offers through the diversity of its faculty, administrators, and staff members. The college seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to the college's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, embrace concepts of equity and inclusiveness, and support the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of differences including age, race, gender, ability, religious convictions, socio-economic status, ethnic heritage, or sexual orientation.
While we appreciate your interest in employment with Anne Arundel Community College, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for any position.
In the best interest of the College, only individuals who are residents of Maryland or one of the following states will be eligible for employment at the college: Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia. The college will annually review this restriction and, if appropriate, expand the list of states of employment eligibility.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare materials needed for instruction, labs, and supplies;
Relate instruction and material to course objectives;
Discuss and demonstrate workplace safety, personal/patient safety and infection control;
Communicate effectively and efficiently with students, other faculty and staff;
Submit grades, attendance, reports and records in a timely manner;
Evaluate student performance in classroom, skills lab and clinical environments
Experience teaching in online and face2face formats
Prepare students to sit for the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) exam.

Required Qualifications:

Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) certification or the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) certification is requiired
3 years Sterile Processing experience is required

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience teaching sterile processing preferred.
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) supervisory experience is preferred.

Advertised: 12 Apr 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
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