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Posted: 18-Nov-24
Location: Los Angeles, California
Salary: Open
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Internal Number: 144524285
Under the general direction of the Unit Director, SPD Managers, and Lead technicians serve as instrument technicians within the Surgical Supply division of the operating rooms. Ability to process surgical instrumentation in a decontamination setting and assembly and sterilization of instrument trays, which are necessary to provide continuous service for all surgical procedure rooms. Operate steam and H2O2 sterilizers, sonic equipment, washers, heat sealers, copy/fax machines. Store, date and rotate supplies according to TJC and CMS guidelines.
We’re seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated professional with:
- Working knowledge of aseptic technique, sterile fields and the principles of an Operating Room decontamination required.
- Prefer demonstrated skills in proper maintenance and cleaning of instrumentation.
- Correct use of various decontamination equipment and instrument/tray sterilizers.
- Working knowledge of bacteriology and medical terminology preferred.
- Oral and written skills to collect and relay information accurately.
- Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with all staff.
- Skill in performing calmly during emergent and /or stressful situations by taking an appropriate action.
- Skill in working as part of a team.
- Ability in the correct usage of proper English grammar and vocabulary to orient and train team members.
- Ability to lift surgical trays weighing up to 25lbs, handle surgical case carts weighing up to 200lbs.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Graduate of accredited Sterile Processing program, Surgical Tech program or relevant experience. required
- Certification preferred (IAHCSMM)
