Instrument Technician

Mercy • Joplin, MO

18d

About The Position

The Sterile Processing Instrument Technician works under general supervision and follows established processes for decontamination, processing, and sterilization. The role cleans instruments and equipment to ensure they are free of bioburden, inspects and function-tests them, and assembles them for high-level disinfection or sterilization. The technician follows manufacturers’ instructions for use as well as department and hospital processes and policies.

The technician accurately documents decontamination, processing, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and sterile processing equipment activities in written logs and/or computer systems. The role also prioritizes instruments for processing, answers telephones, and dispatches instruments, equipment, and supplies. Duties are performed consistently with Mercy’s Mission, Values, and Service Standards; other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Able to interact with staff and coworkers across a diverse range of disciplines.
• Able to follow directions and operate equipment.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent high-, mid-, and low-level lifting of items weighing around 25 pounds and frequent hand coordination.

Responsibilities

• Clean instruments and equipment in decontamination and processing to ensure items are free of bioburden.
• Inspect, function-test, and assemble instruments and equipment for high-level disinfection or sterilization.
• Follow manufacturers’ instructions for use and department and hospital processes and policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation in written logs and/or computer systems for processing activities and sterile processing department equipment.
• Prioritize instrumentation for processing.
• Answer telephones and dispatch instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
• Perform duties consistent with Mercy’s Mission, Values, and Service Standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

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