Instrument Technician II

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth seeks an Instrument Technician II to support the Sterile Processing department. You will perform decontamination, prep/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays, sets, and equipment with oversight.

Focus on preventing cross-contamination and maintaining safety. The role requires a high school diploma and at least 2 years of instrument technician experience, plus knowledge of aseptic technique and relevant standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or advanced training preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience as instrument technician mandatory.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique, proper sterilization procedures, decontamination and assembly procedures per IAHCSMM, AAMI, AORN, AST, OSHA, JCAHO, The Joint Commission, safety standards, hospital and departmental policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform and monitor decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays, sets, equipment, and supplies in sterile processing without direct supervision.
• Conduct routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of department equipment.
• Distribute supplies to customers while maintaining excellent customer service and preventing cross-contamination.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Sterilization procedures

Decontamination & assembly

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified instrument specialist (preferred)

Job description

Summary

Instrument Technician II is responsible for performing and monitoring a variety of duties in relation to decontamination, preparation / assembly, sterilization, and distribution of trays and sets, equipment, and supplies in the sterile processing without direct supervision. Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of department equipment. Participates in and monitors distribution of supplies to customers maintaining excellent customer service. Maintains and prevents cross contamination by observing dress codes, environmental policies and traffic control.

Location

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department

Sterile Processing

Shift

Second Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours

40

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent is required, some college education or advanced training (certified instrument specialist, etc...) is desired.
• Experience as an instrument technician of a minimum 2 years is mandatory.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique, proper sterilization procedures, decontamination and assembly procedures per IAHCSMM, AAMI, AORN, AST, OSHA, JCAHO, The Joint commission, safety standards, hospital and departmental policies and procedures, generally as related to the Sterile Processing department.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures, surgical instruments, sets and trays to include instruments, classification, disassembly, and cleaning procedure.

Certification/Licensure

• Current HeartSaver Certification within 30 days of hire and maintained.
• Certification in a national organization for sterile processing is required (CRCST or CBSPD).
• Failure to maintain certification will result in demotion to Sterile Processing Technician I.

About Us

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination. Cook Children's is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.