Instrument Technician

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary purpose of Sterile Processing is to assist in direct patient care by ensuring the Operating Room staff have 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. Technologists 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 UH and Departmental policies.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
A high school diploma or equivalent experience is required. One (1) year's experience as an operating room sterile processing technician or equivalent experience and certification through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) CSPDT or the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) CRCST is required. New hires must obtain a certificate within one year from the date of hire; current employees are required to submit a certificate one year from the date of notification. Course work in surgical instrumentation or central supply/materials management is preferred.