Instrument Tech I

Yale New Haven Health • New Haven, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible and accountable for duties related to the preparation of trays and equipment, processing of general and specialty surgical instruments including cleaning, decontamination, inspection, assembly, wrapping and sterilization, quality control testing, monitoring of sterilization equipment and maintaining records. May perform assigned duties such as cleaning, stocking, transporting, and dispensing supplies and equipment.

Requirements

• HS diploma or GED
• Requires six (6) months of experience employed as a central service technician in a health care facility prior to January 1, 2016, or a certified registered central service technician credential administered by IAHCSMM or a certified sterile processing and distribution technician credential administered by CBSPD.
• Must be competent and physically able to perform all duties in CSS independently (Decontam, Assembly, Sterilization and Distribution).
• No current written disciplinary actions.
• Meet or exceed production standards.
• Requires basic computer skills and the ability to learn and utilize Instrument Tracking System (ABACUS).
• Must be able to clean instruments, utilizing department aseptic techniques.
• Demonstrates ability to work well with others as part of a team.
• Must meet physical demand inventory of SPD Tech position.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds.
• May be required to lift to 30 pounds on occasion.
• Requires mental alertness and ability to perform multiple tasks.
• Physically and emotionally able to work under stress, stand, walk, lift and carry.
• Requires standing for periods of time.
• Requires stamina to work in a fast paced environment.
• Must be physically able to push/pull objects more than 30lbs., lift trays or equipment weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Requires ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants with no experience or certification must obtain a certified registered central service technician credential administered by IAHCSMM or a certified sterile processing and distribution technician credentialed administered by CBSPD within 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Fosters an environment conducive to building teamwork and effective communication.
• Utilizes Daily Management Tools and nurtures a basic understanding of process and quality improvement philosophy.
• Records and monitors critical indicators according to recommended policy.
• Performs all SPD functions as required.

What This Job Offers

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