INSTRUMENT TECH

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Decontaminates, inspects, assembles, wraps and sterilizes surgical instruments and minor floor trays in accordance with department policy and procedure.
• Operates steam sterilizer, washer sterilizer, sonic cleaner, Sterrad, sterilizer and heat sealer.
• Runs a daily biological test in any sterilizer used and records load contents prior to sterilization.
• Assists in training of new associates.
• Assists manager/Supervisor, Sterile Processing, in identifying instruments and supply needs.
• Retrieves soiled equipment and instruments from nursing units and Surgery as outlined in department guidelines. Makes additional soiled rounds as necessary.
• Operates and maintains the IMPRESS-surgical tracking system & other computer systems
• Captures and communicates critical information with the Surgery Department, through documentation in instrumentation sets, written and verbally, etc.
• Handles and stores sterile supplies; assuring that package integrity is not compromised.
• Assists in other duties, including answering phones/doorbells.
• Maintains a good working relationship with the Surgery Department.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/JOB REQUIREMENTS

• An operational understanding of aseptic technique and sterilization procedures.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of identification, cleaning, care and maintenance of instrumentation and equipment.
• Full command, both verbal and written, of the English language.
• Good judgment, ability to function appropriately under stress and with minimal supervision.
• Professional in appearance and demeanor.