Instrument Technician-Livingston Ambulatory Center

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Cleans, sterilizes, and assembles surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies. Ensures quality, safety, and service for hospital departments and off-sites requiring sterile supplies. The role includes preparing instruments through various sterilization processes, maintaining equipment, performing quality checks, documenting inventory and production, and coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure sterile supplies are available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of infection-control standards.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Central Service Technician certification, or ability to become certified within one year of hire.
• Certificate of Completion from an accredited Surgical Scrub Technical program.
• Six months of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Sort, disassemble, and clean surgical instruments and equipment.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments using various sterilization processes.
• Operate and maintain washing and sterilization equipment according to standard procedures; report malfunctions to the manager.
• Inspect instruments and scopes for visual damage, sharpness, cleanliness, and working condition.
• Maintain inventory and request repairs or replacements as needed.
• Keep accurate documentation of inventory, daily production, and quality control.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure sterile instruments and equipment are available when needed.
• Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in a clean, organized, and safe environment.
• Assist in training and orientation of co-workers.

What This Job Offers

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