Instrument Technician, Torrance ASC
Cedars-Sinai•Torrance, CA
•$26 - $41
About The Position
Under direct supervision, the Instrument Technician cleans and reprocesses endoscopes and accessories, operates reprocessing machines and related equipment, and maintains a safe, clean work environment. The position also assists with cleaning patient-care equipment, including gurneys and stretchers, in accordance with infection-control policies and procedures.
Requirements
- No experience is required as a minimum qualification.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of a vocational/technical diploma or formal or on-the-job endoscope reprocessing training, with the ability to demonstrate competency.
- One year of experience in sterile processing or as a surgical technologist, including decontamination, wrapping, sterilization, and infection control of basic instrumentation, or experience in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Performs endoscope and scope-washer reprocessing and maintains related competencies.
- Identifies actual or potential problems with endoscope integrity and assists with arranging repairs.
- Maintains documentation related to endoscope inventory and repairs.
- Stays aware of the daily schedule and maintains a steady level of productivity.
- Complies with regulatory standards, including OSHA, BBP, and biohazard-waste removal requirements, as well as accreditation standards, best practices, and Center policies and procedures affecting safety; reports observed non-compliance.
- Applies infection-control practices to prevent potential cross-contamination.
- Performs manual and mechanical cleaning using cleaning implements and equipment, including automated flushing systems and reprocessors.
- Pre-cleans and transports used scopes and accessories as required.
- Uses high-level disinfectants and follows requirements for chemicals, test strips, exposure time, and shelf and use life.
- Demonstrates working knowledge of endoscopic supplies and equipment.
- Performs leakage testing and follows required methods and actions after a failed leak test.
- Accurately completes required logs.
- Orders and stocks supply and medical inventory.
- Participates in the Center’s QAPI program.
- Assists with cleaning patient-care equipment, including gurneys and stretchers, in accordance with infection-control policies and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
