INSTRUMENT TECH
On-siteDaly City, California, United States
Job Summary
Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, wrap, and sterilize surgical instruments and minor floor trays using steam sterilizers, washers, sonic cleaners, Sterrad, and heat sealers. Operate and maintain the IMPRESS surgical tracking system while running daily biological tests and recording load contents. Retrieve soiled equipment from nursing units and surgery, coordinate critical information with the Surgery Department through documentation, and handle sterile supplies to ensure package integrity. Assist in training new associates, identify instrument and supply needs, and answer phones or doorbells as needed. Maintain strong working relationships with the Surgery Department and proactively move to tasks outside the assigned area.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion and maintenance of central Service Technician Certification
- 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
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