Sterilization Technician III

About the role

The Sterilization Technician III at TRIMEDX focuses on a wide range of sterilization and decontamination equipment, including steam sterilizers, vaporized peroxide sterilizers, gluteraldehyde sterilizers, washer decontaminators, cart washers, internal steam generators, stand alone steam generators, ultrasonic cleaners, perioperative scope sterilizers, and supporting equipment.

• Knowledge of Steris, Amsco, and/or Getinge sterilizers is beneficial but not required.
• This position requires familiarity with various types of clinical equipment and may involve maintenance on non-specialty equipment.
• Travel may be required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Technical Service (40%)
• Conduct performance assurance (PA) inspections, scheduled maintenance, and operation verification procedures (OVP) on complex medical sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems.
• Repair and calibrate medical sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems.
• Inform supervisors of the status of repairs, scheduled inspections, unusual equipment situations, and any customer concerns.
• Work with, direct, and document the activities of subcontractors, vendors, and outside service technicians to ensure proper service delivery.
• Maintain field-related expertise through ongoing training and education.
• Aid in Service Operations Special Projects as assigned and contribute to the development of others through mentoring and sharing expertise.
• Regulatory Compliance (25%)
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include inventory, performance assurance (PA) schedules, nomenclature, and service history.
• Adhere to the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP), including all regulatory agency compliances and other applicable policies and procedures.
• Ensure all service and documentation are complete, timely, and accurate.
• Account Relationship Management (25%)
• Build and maintain customer relationships.
• Discuss equipment status and functionality with customers.
• Serve as an ambassador for TRIMEDX by integrating the core values into job performance.
• Inventory (10%)
• Perform periodic inspections of current inventory status and maintain common failure parts inventory to ensure equipment uptime.
• Verify the completion of security analysis for new customer equipment.
• Perform Incoming Inspections (II) to maintain a complete and accurate inventory of medical devices, including trial and evaluation, rental, and loaner equipment in addition to permanently assigned equipment inventory.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include inventory, performance assurance (PA) schedules, nomenclature, and service history.
• Make recommendations regarding inventory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in the repair, maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation of medical sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• AC/DC electrical knowledge required, must be able to read and understand wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Plumbing knowledge required, must be able to read and understand piping diagrams and identify basic plumbing components.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical motor circuits, internal steam generators, pneumatic systems, automatic transfer systems, and loading/unloading systems.
• Sweat copper pipe, create flare and swage connections.
• Use and understand the operation of a digital multi-meter and amp meter.
• Perform temperature and pressure calibrations on sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Ability to verbally explain the difference between gravity, pre-vacuum, and liquid sterilization cycles; what a biological indicator is and how it is used; what a sterilization integrator is and how it is used; and the instrument flow of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD).
• Ability to integrate information from a variety of sources.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license required; variable travel requirements depending on primary site or region that may require use of personal vehicle.

Skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel) and networking applications required.

Benefits

TRIMEDX fosters a culture where every associate feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. This culture is grounded in our commitment to recognizing and celebrating our people's contributions, fostering a sense of belonging, and promoting continuous learning and growth. We believe that our people are our foundation, and we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their unique perspectives and talents to the table. Visit our website to learn more about our Workplace Culture Commitment and social channels to see what our team is up to: Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter. TRIMEDX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug-Free Workplace.