Instrument Technician I

University of Arkansas; United States; Remote; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arkansas is seeking an Instrument Technician to manage the decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of medical instruments. This role demands attention to detail, effective communication, and a commitment to supporting operating room needs in a medical environment. Benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and educational discounts for eligible staff.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Certified Instrument Tech with prior work experience.
• Experience in packing, assembling & stocking items.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and assemble medical instruments and materials.
• Perform testing and sterilization of instruments.
• Maintain records of processing loads and assist OR staff.

Skills

Decontamination

Assembling and inspecting

Testing and sterilizing instruments

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Certified Instrument Tech

Job description

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Closing Date:

06/11/2025
Type of Position:
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

Yes
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

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Department: ICE | PeriopSvc Instrument Processing

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties: This position will fill multiple positions.

The Instrument Tech will be responsible for decontamination, assembling and inspecting, packaging, testing and sterilizing instruments and/or sets. Maintain records of loads and items being removed from department for processing, transports loads to and from SSD and prepare proper storage for equipment. Performs routine testing including biological test for steam autoclaves, Sterrad and System 1E. Assist Operating Room (OR) staff with needed supplies and equipment.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Instrument Tech.

• Work experience as an Instrument Tech.

• Experience fulfilling orders/requests (packing, assembling & stocking items).

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Decontaminate (dis-assemble, clean by hand and/or machine) medical instruments/materials.

• Assemble and package, inspect and test instruments, re-assemble sets, place sets in proper containers and/or wrapping and load/transport loaded carts with prepared sets.

• Maintain record of loads and items being removed from department for processing. Transport loads to and from CSS and prepare proper storage of instruments and equipment.

• Use and test sterilizing equipment; perform dart and biological tests for autoclaves; perform diagnostic and biological tests for Steris sterilizer.

• Record and accurately interpret results of tests; assist OR staff; help locate needed supplies and equipment.

• Communicate professionally even when under pressure/fulfilling demanding and/or stressful requests.

• Position revolves around serving the Operating Room's (OR’s) sterile instrument and equipment needs.

• Must understand the URGENCY of the OR staff’s requests.

• Answer directly to the Sterile Processing Supervisor.

• Other related duties as assigned.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically,

Frequent Physical Activity:

Stand

Occasional Physical Activity:

Bend, sit, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead

Lift/Carry Weight: 11 - 25 Lbs. or more

Push/Pull Weight: 100 Lbs. or more

Physical Environment: Inside medical Facility

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity
Near visual acuity

Hazards:

Biological, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Salary Information:

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:
Frequent Physical Activity:
Occasional Physical Activity:
Benefits Eligible: Yes