Technician, Instrument
About The Position
Performs technical skills and assists surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other professionals in the operating room, as well as in other hospital areas as assigned. Independently scrubs on all surgical procedures and problem-solves in relation to the procedure being performed. Applies basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology to support surgical patient care, demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient care concepts, and applies aseptic principles during surgical procedures. Responsibilities also include preparing, decontaminating, inspecting, lubricating, assembling, packaging, and routing instruments and supplies for sterilization; maintaining cleanliness of furniture and equipment; and assisting with operating-room cleaning between cases. The role includes expectations for professional conduct, communication, guest and interdepartmental relations, ongoing training, and participation in performance improvement.
Requirements
- High school graduate.
- BCLS certification/registration required.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a CS Tech is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare instruments.
- Decontaminate used instruments using appropriate techniques.
- Examine instruments for damage and send them for repair as needed.
- Lubricate instruments as needed.
- Prepare instrument sets using the appropriate listing.
- Assure the sterility of supplies and equipment and package supplies and equipment.
- Check sterile supplies for expiration dates and packaging condition.
- Remove outdated supplies from service and reprocess them for sterilization.
- Package supplies, equipment, and instrument trays for sterilization using prescribed procedures.
- Take instruments and supplies to Central Sterile (CS) for sterilization.
- Maintain routine cleaning of furniture and equipment.
- Clean shelves, furniture, and equipment using prescribed procedures as required.
- Assist with cleaning the operating room between cases as necessary.
- Perform additional duties in other areas of the department as needed or as determined by management.
- Follow attendance requirements and hospital and department policies.
- Participate in staff meetings and contribute suggestions to improve the work environment and productivity.
- Communicate equipment and supply problems to the supervisor and request assistance as appropriate.
- Maintain confidentiality and address problems as they arise.
- Maintain professional appearance and behavior, punctuality, and attendance expectations.
- Attend 75% of staff meetings or read and initial meeting minutes.
- Conduct interactions with patients, families, medical staff, visitors, and coworkers professionally and contribute to positive guest relations.
- Use appropriate telephone protocol and contribute to team efforts by assisting coworkers and offering constructive suggestions.
- Complete annual safety updates and general and departmental orientation within established time frames.
- Attend 80% of in-service programs.
- Identify errors, inefficiencies, and inaccuracies and bring them to management's attention with improvement suggestions.
- Develop innovative solutions to departmental problems and identify and implement cost-control or revenue-generating methods while providing value.
- Maximize efficiency in departmental operations and measure progress against quality goals.
- Strive to understand, anticipate, and meet the needs and expectations of patients and other customers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
