Instrument Technician

Job description

Accessibility Note:
Surgery Partners is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended (“ADA”), and applicable state and local laws. It is the Company’s policy not to discriminate against any qualified people or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual’s disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made the Company aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the Company. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within the Company or request a reasonable accommodation to utilize the Company’s online employment application, please contact [email protected]
Job Details Instrument Tech (1:30pm - 9:00pm) (Monday-Friday)
Description
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Collects, cleans, and reassembles instrument sets utilizing instrument count sheets.
Consistently wraps and prepares sets for sterilization based on knowledge of sterilization methods required for specific instruments/equipment: scrubs and washes surgical instruments, containers, and equipment such as aspirators and suction units; sterilizes instruments, equipment, surgical linens, and supplies such as surgical packs and treatment trays.
Obtains correct instrument/ instrument sets and delivers to the patient operating room in a timely fashion as requested.
Prepares packs of supplies, instruments, and dressing and treatment trays, according to designated lists or codes, and wraps, labels, and seals packs.
Stores prepared articles and supplies in designated areas.
Collaborates with SPD Supervisor to make recommendations for updates of instrument processing, storage, and set up.
Adheres to all Hospital Policies and Procedures, specifically Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct, Corporate Compliance, Diversity, and Confidentiality.
Identifies potential risks to patients: identifies risks to patients in order to reduce incidence of injury; identifies actions to eliminate, minimize or report risks; identifies procedures to follow in the event of an incident; reports processes for common problems, failures and user errors.
Applies the principles and values of customer service and continuous quality improvement while performing day-to-day activities of the position.
Maintains and protects confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues.
Adheres to Confidentiality Policy.
Maintains positive working relationships and fosters cooperative work environment.
Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent.
Experience: (2) years' experience in a sterile processing department preferred.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• And More!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity
Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.
Surgery Partners conducts pre-employment screenings including but not limited to criminal background checks and drug testing.