JOB TITLE : Instrument Technician
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES :
Performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned or required.
REQUIREMENTS :
- Graduate of approved Operating Room Technical School with certification preferred, or one (1) year of on the job experience.
- Current basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.
Responsibilities :
Extensive knowledge regarding processes used in the decontamination, inspection, cleaning, assembling and packaging of medical / surgical material to include, but not limited to, linen, instruments and equipment according to established standards and procedures to ensure a sterile and functioning supply of materialsPrepare trays for designated areas according to prescribed procedures. Wrap and / or package items for specified areas according to procedures prescribed for designated areasMust be able to operate bar code instrument tracking systemDissemble, clean, assemble and test specialty instrumentation and equipment for proper functioningMust be able to differentiate between single-use and reusable itemsDecontaminates and sterilizes instruments, medical supplies and equipment, and assembles, wraps and sterilizes trays of instruments. Follows proper Standard Precautions while in decontamination and sterilization areas.Monitors biological and chemical wash solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment.Sorts mismatched sets of instruments, trays, and medical equipment and makes them available to sterile processing customers in a timely manner.Restocks, labels, and maintains inventory, submits requisitions, collects and distributes instruments, trays, crash carts, and facility medical equipment.Performs environmental maintenance duties and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing, the operating room, and in equipment storage areas.Verifies that equipment functions properly, requisitions for equipment maintenance, repair or replacement, and removes defective equipment.Maintains a clean work areaAssists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.Communicates appropriately using good interpersonal skillsBenefits :
Employee Assistance Plan401(k) retirement plan with a company matchAnd more!Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity
Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
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