Instrument Technician PRN

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 at University Health Surgery Center – MAC, situated within Morgan’s Multi-Assistance Center at 5210 Thousand Oaks Dr. in San Antonio, TX. University Health Surgery Center – MAC is an ambulatory surgery center that offers multiple specialties with a primary focus on catering to the special needs and pediatric population. Complies with UH and Departmental policies.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma or equivalent experience is required. National certification through the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD) CSPDT or International Association of Healthcare Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) is required. New hires must obtain a certificate within one year from date of hire; current employees are required to submit a certificate one year from date of notification. Experience within University Health is preferred.