Field Sharps Technician — Medical Waste Specialist

Sharps Medical Waste Services; Edinburg (TX); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sharps Medical Waste Services in Texas seeks a dedicated Sharps Technician to manage on-site placement, collection, and transport of sharps and medical waste at assigned healthcare facilities. You will follow strict safety protocols and schedules while maintaining excellent service to hospitals and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to lift heavy loads, a valid driver's license, and flexibility for after-hours work.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass a background check, drug screening, and any required healthcare screenings.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills with the ability to provide excellent customer service in diverse healthcare settings.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Lift 25–40 lbs frequently; occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.
• Push and pull carts weighing 200–400 lbs, including through tight or confined spaces (e.g., hospital corridors).
• Carry sharps containers, pharmaceutical waste boxes, and supplies weighing 15–40 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel between customer facilities.
• Ability to maintain sensitivity, professionalism, and discretion in patient-care environments.
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours when needed.
• Must be willing and able to obtain additional vaccinations, immunizations, or health clearances as required by customer facilities.
• COVID-19 vaccination preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Travel between and within assigned healthcare facilities to place, collect, and service reusable Sharp Medical Waste containers (Sharps, Rx, Haz, Document Destruction, etc.).
• Collect and transport RCRA pharmaceutical waste to designated accumulation areas within the facility.
• Maintain a strict service and collection schedule to ensure timely and consistent support.
• Communicate duty status and service updates on a defined schedule.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by proactively resolving questions, problems, and service concerns.
• Ensure safe, compliant handling of medical and pharmaceutical waste in patient rooms and sensitive healthcare environments.
• Operate independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Document activities as required and follow all operational, regulatory, and facility procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Conocimientos

Customer service

Communication

Independent work

Safety conscious

Physical stamina

Educación

High School Diploma

Descripción del empleo

Sharps Medical Waste Services in Texas seeks a dedicated Sharps Technician to manage on-site placement, collection, and transport of sharps and medical waste at assigned healthcare facilities. You will follow strict safety protocols and schedules while maintaining excellent service to hospitals and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma, ability to lift heavy loads, a valid driver's license, and flexibility for after-hours work.