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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a detail-oriented and dedicated Surgical Instrument Technician to join our healthcare team. As a Surgical Instrument Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of surgical procedures by properly cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, and maintaining surgical instruments and equipment. Your work will directly support surgeons, nurses, and other medical staff in delivering high-quality patient care.
In this role, you will be responsible for decontaminating surgical tools, inspecting them for damage or wear, and ensuring they are correctly assembled and packaged for sterilization. You will operate autoclaves and other sterilization equipment, maintain accurate records of sterilization cycles, and ensure compliance with hospital protocols and industry standards. Additionally, you will manage inventory levels, restock surgical trays, and collaborate with operating room staff to ensure timely delivery of instruments.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of infection control practices, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in a sterile processing department or certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) is highly desirable.
This position requires physical stamina, as it involves standing for long periods and handling heavy instrument trays. Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are essential. If you are passionate about supporting surgical teams and ensuring patient safety, we encourage you to apply for this vital role in our healthcare facility.
Responsibilities
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- Inspect instruments for damage or malfunction
- Assemble and package instrument trays for sterilization
- Operate autoclaves and other sterilization equipment
- Maintain accurate sterilization and inventory records
- Ensure compliance with infection control standards
- Restock surgical trays and supply carts
- Collaborate with surgical and nursing staff
- Monitor and manage instrument inventory levels
- Report damaged or missing instruments promptly
Requirements
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- Certification as a CRCST or equivalent preferred
- Knowledge of sterilization techniques and infection control
- Ability to operate sterilization equipment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Physical ability to lift heavy trays and stand for long periods
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Previous experience in a sterile processing department is a plus
- Familiarity with medical terminology
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have experience working in a sterile processing department?
- Are you certified as a CRCST or equivalent?
- Can you describe your knowledge of sterilization procedures?
- How do you ensure compliance with infection control standards?
- Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced surgical environment?
- Can you lift and carry heavy instrument trays?
- How do you handle damaged or missing instruments?
- What steps do you take to maintain accurate records?
- Have you used autoclaves or other sterilization equipment before?
- How do you prioritize tasks during busy surgical schedules?
