Instrument Technician II

Cook Children's; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's is seeking an Instrument Technician II in Fort Worth, TX, to handle decontamination, preparation/assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical trays and instruments. The role requires knowledge of aseptic technique and standard sterilization procedures, with the ability to follow strict safety and hospital policies.

The candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of experience as an instrument technician, and must obtain HeartSaver certification within 30 days of hire,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college/advanced training desired.
• Minimum 2 years experience as instrument technician.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, prepare/assemble, sterilize, and distribute trays and sets, equipment, and supplies.
• Monitor and perform routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of department equipment.
• Maintain cross-contamination controls by observing dress codes and policies.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Sterilization procedures

Decontamination and assembly

Surgical instruments knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Instrument specialist certification preferred

Job description

## Instrument Technician IIApply: Fort Worth, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR-119156**Location:**Medical Center - Fort Worth**Department:**Sterile Processing**Shift:**Second Shift (United States of America)**Standard Weekly Hours:**40**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.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.