Instrument Technician PRN

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is seeking an Instrument Tech to support Sterile Processing and ensure the Operating Room has sterile surgical instrumentation delivered promptly. The role emphasizes accuracy, resourcefulness, and professional conduct in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and CRCST certification within one year of hire, with preference for prior University Health experience. A commitment to safety and adherence to departmental policies is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CRCST certification within 12 months of hire.
• Experience with University Health System preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, prep & pack, sterilization, and dispatch of surgical instruments.
• Ensure timely delivery of fully functional instruments to Operating Room staff.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and compliance with policies.

Skills

Resourcefulness

Determination

Courtesy

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

CRCST certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary purpose of Sterile Processing is to assist in direct patient care by ensuring the Operating Room staff has correct, fully functional, sterile surgical instrumentation delivered in a timely manner consistent with the highest standards of customer service. Instrument Techs are asked to perform the four basic departmental functions (decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, and dispatch) with efficiency, expertise, and accuracy. The manner in which an Instrument Tech will perform these duties will be characterized by resourcefulness, determination, courtesy, and professionalism. Techs are expected to build and maintain a comprehensive body of knowledge with respect to the standards and procedures associated with the preparation, sterilization, storage, and delivery of surgical instrumentation. Complies with UHand Departmental policies.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent experience is required. National certification through the International Association of Healthcare Service Materiel Management as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) is required within one (1) year from the date of hire. Experience within University Health System is preferred.