SURGERY - INSTRUMENT PROCESSING TECH

Mountain View Hospital; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and

Medical Paid Time Off

401K with up to 6% match

Earned Quarterly Bonus Program

Education Reimbursement Program

Discount for medically necessaryProced

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Job summary

Mountain View Hospital in Idaho Falls, ID is seeking an Instrument Processing Technician to join our team at the Hospital Main Campus. This full-time role involves cleaning, packaging, sterilizing, and storing surgical instruments and equipment, while maintaining compliance with sterilization policies and documenting processes.

The position requires a High School diploma (preferred) with English communication ability; experience in instrument processing is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent, preferred.
• Experience in instrument processing functions preferred.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Can frequently and consistently make sound judgments under time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the sterilization process policies and procedures.
• Cleans each item according to manufacturers’ instruction.
• Inspects instruments under microscope for damage and defects; lubricates items as required.
• Determines that each item is in good working condition.
• Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy and procedure.
• Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy and procedure.
• Accurately labels each item with name and expiration date.
• Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer and other equipment for processing items.
• Positions items correctly in sterilizer and selects proper cycle; seeks assistance when needed.
• Checks indicators for proper functioning.
• Performs required biological monitoring tests on all sterilizers according to established policy and procedures.
• Maintains availability of supplies for continuity of recording throughout sterilization process.
• Cleans sterilizers according to established policies and procedures.

Skills

English communication

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Mountain View Hospital is looking for an Instrument Processing Technician to join our team!

Job Location: Hospital Main Campus - Idaho Falls, ID 83404

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Job Category: Health Care

Job Summary

The Instrument Processing Technician cleans, packages, sterilizes, and stores the supplies, instruments and equipment. Facilitates and demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Adheres to the sterilization process policies and procedures.
• Cleans each item according to manufacturers’ instruction.
• Inspects instruments under microscope for damage and defects; lubricates items as required.
• Determines that each item is in good working condition.
• Sorts and arranges items into proper trays according to established policy and procedure.
• Wraps trays and individual items according to established policy and procedure.
• Accurately labels each item with name and expiration date.
• Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer and other equipment for processing items.
• Positions items correctly in sterilizer and selects proper cycle; seeks assistance when needed.
• Checks indicators for proper functioning.
• Performs required biological monitoring tests on all sterilizers according to established policy and procedures.
• Maintains availability of supplies for continuity of recording throughout sterilization process.
• Cleans sterilizers according to established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High School graduate or equivalent, preferred.
• Experience: Experience in instrument processing functions preferred.
• Language/Communication: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Mental Capabilities: Can frequently and consistently make sound judgments under time constraints.
• Interpersonal: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Can adapt to rapidly changing workloads due to changes in the surgery census. Can frequently and consistently make sound judgments.
• Performance: Demonstrated understanding of sterilization principles required. Ability to respond quickly to physician and patient needs.