INSTRUMENT TECH

Overview

The Instrument Tech is responsible for cleaning, decontaminating, processing, assembling, storing, and distributing instrumentation used in providing surgical services. Assists as needed in running errands, room turnover, and patient transportation.

Responsibilities

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES (other duties may be assigned)1 Decontaminates, inspects, assembles, wraps and sterilizes surgical instruments and minor floor trays in accordance with department policy and procedure.2 Operates steam sterilizer, washer sterilizer, sonic cleaner, Sterrad, sterilizer and heat sealer.3 Runs a daily biological test in any sterilizer used and records load contents prior to sterilization.4 Assists in training of new associates.5 Assists manager/Supervisor, Sterile Processing, in identifying instruments and supply needs.6 Retrieves soiled equipment and instruments from nursing units and Surgery as outlined in department guidelines. Makes additional soiled rounds as necessary.7 Operate and maintain the IMPRESS-surgical tracking system & other computer systems

8 Coordinates and communicates critical information with the Surgery Department, through documentation in instrumentation sets, written and verbally, etc.9 Handles and stores sterile supplies; assuring that package integrity is not compromised.10 Assists in other duties, including answering phones/doorbells.11 Maintains a good working relationship with the Surgery Department.12 Other duties as assigned.13 Knows the function of all areas of Sterile Processing and willingly moves to work needed done when tasks in assigned area are completed. Does not have to be told what to do next.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/JOB REQUIREMENTS:EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Completion and maintenance of central Service Technician Certification.

Hospital Description

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES &; KNOWLEDGE: 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.