CREEKSIDE ASC - INSTRUMENT PROCESSING TECH

MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL LLC • Idaho Falls, ID

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Mountain View Hospital is seeking an Instrument Processing Technician for its Creekside location in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The technician cleans, packages, sterilizes, and stores supplies, instruments, and equipment, while maintaining cooperative working relationships with colleagues and supervisors. The role supports safe and reliable instrument processing by following sterilization procedures, monitoring equipment and sterile items, and maintaining accurate inventories and records.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of hospital orientation and mandatory education and training. Experience in instrument processing is preferred. Six months of PACU or medical-surgical experience is preferable but not mandatory. The technician must communicate effectively in English, work well with others in a fast-paced and changing environment, use basic computer and medical-charting skills, and demonstrate understanding of sterilization principles.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Complete hospital orientation and all mandatory education and training.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and families.
• Ability and knowledge to assist with communication for patients who speak a language other than English.
• Basic computer knowledge and basic knowledge of medical charting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to rapidly changing workloads related to surgery census changes.
• Ability to make sound judgments frequently and consistently.
• Ability to understand input from a supervisor or manager concerning errors and instructions.
• Ability to work well with others and handle or defuse conflicts involving patients, families, and staff.
• Demonstrated understanding of sterilization principles.
• Ability to respond quickly to physician and patient needs.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of PACU or medical-surgical experience; preferable but not mandatory.
• Experience in instrument processing functions.

Responsibilities

• Follow sterilization process policies and procedures.
• Clean each item according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Inspect instruments under a microscope for damage or defects and lubricate items as required.
• Determine whether each item is in good working condition.
• Sort and arrange items into the proper trays according to established policies and procedures.
• Wrap trays and individual items according to established policies and procedures.
• Label each item accurately with its name and expiration date.
• Operate sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, and other processing equipment correctly.
• Position items correctly in sterilizers and select the proper cycle; seek assistance when needed.
• Check indicators to confirm proper functioning.
• Perform required biological monitoring tests on sterilizers according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintain supplies needed for continuity of recording throughout the sterilization process.
• Clean sterilizers according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintain inventory levels and accurate records.
• Inspect all sterile items in the facility weekly.
• Check sterile items for expiration and package integrity and replace items as necessary.
• Place items in the correct location.
• Maintain adequate supplies for the sterile processing area.
• Maintain and update the instrument tray inventory list.
• Keep information on routine preference cards current.
• Accurately document counts of items sent to and returned by laundry.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days
• Medical paid time off
• Retirement plans, including a 401(k) with up to a 6% match
• Earned quarterly bonus program
• Education reimbursement program
• Discounts for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED