Instrument Technician I

Summary of Job Duties

This position will fill multiple positions. The Instrument Tech will be responsible for decontaminating, assembling and inspecting, packaging, testing and sterilizing instruments and/or sets. Maintain records of loads and items being removed from department for processing, transports loads to and from SSD and prepare proper storage for equipment. Performs routine testing including biological test for steam autoclaves, Sterrad and System 1E. Assist Operating Room (OR) staff with needed supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED.
• Preferred Qualifications: Certified Instrument Tech.
• Work experience as an Instrument Tech.
• Experience fulfilling orders/requests (packing, assembling & stocking items).

Additional Information

Responsibilities:

• Decontaminate (dis-assemble, clean by hand and/or machine) medical instruments/materials.
• Assemble and package, inspect and test instruments, re-assemble sets, place sets in proper containers and/or wrapping and load/transport loaded carts with prepared sets.
• Maintain record of loads and items being removed from department for processing.
• Transport loads to and from CSS and prepare proper storage of instruments and equipment.
• Use and test sterilizing equipment; perform dart and biological tests for autoclaves; perform diagnostic and biological tests for Steris sterilizer.
• Record and accurately interpret results of tests; assist OR staff; help locate needed supplies and equipment.
• Communicate professionally even when under pressure/fulfilling demanding and/or stressful requests.

Physical Demands

• Constant Physical Activity: Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically.
• Frequent Physical Activity: Stand.
• Occasional Physical Activity: Bend, sit, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead.
• Lift/Carry Weight: 11 - 25 Lbs. or more.
• Push/Pull Weight: 100 Lbs. or more.
• Physical Environment: Inside medical Facility.
• Noise Level: Moderate.
• Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity Near visual acuity.
• Hazards: Biological, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools.

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply

• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title).
• Resume.

Optional Documents

• Licenses or Certificates (see special instructions for submission instructions).
• Proof of Veteran Status.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification).
• A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law.
• The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Benefits Eligible

Yes.