Instrument Tech I - Periop

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy The instrument tech will be responsible for decontamination, 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.

Requirements

High School, GED or formal educational equivalent

Responsibilities

Disassembles surgical instruments and medical materials.
Cleans instruments manually and/or using specialized machines to ensure all bioburden is removed.
Assembles instrument sets after cleaning.
Inspects instruments and trays for completeness, function, and proper condition.
Packages and wraps instrument sets according to sterile processing standards.
Uses sterilization equipment (e.g., autoclaves, Sterrad, System 1E).
Performs routine tests including biological/diagnostic checks to confirm proper sterilization.
Records and interprets test results accurately.
Loads and transports prepared instrument sets to/from Central Sterile Supply (CSS).
Ensures proper and organized storage of instruments and equipment.
Assists OR personnel in locating needed supplies and instruments.
Fulfills urgent requests and maintain timely supply flow to support surgeries.
Maintains accurate records of instrument loads and processing.
Communicates professionally, especially during high-pressure or urgent situations involving OR needs.
Reports to and work under the direction of the Sterile Processing Supervisor.
May perform other duties as assigned.