• Instrument Tech Lead

    University of Washington (Seattle, WA)


    Job Description

    UW Medical Center - Northwest Central Processing** has an outstanding opportunity for an **INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN LEAD.

    WORK SCHEDULE

    + 40 hours per week

    + Night Shift

    POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

    Disassemble, clean, disinfect, sterilize, assemble, and store equipment and supplies used in the Operating Room or Endoscopy. Instrument Technician Lead functions competently and independently, under the general direction of the supervisor, manager, or a Registered Nurse.

    PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Assembles instrument procedure trays, packs, case carts, and kits according to the prescribed manner using content lists.

    + Inspects and tests equipment for proper function and damage, ensuring it is in good working order.

    + Wraps packages of linens, procedure trays, instruments, and equipment for sterilization; applies heat seals; and chooses the appropriate sterilization process for items, applying the correct sterilization chemical indicator and tape.

    + Maintains assigned work areas and equipment in a clean and organized condition; maintains safety and sterility standards. Cleans shelves, floors, furniture, disinfects and makes bed, empties and replaces trash and linen bags.

    + Stores, maintains, and inventories supplies and equipment.

    + Coordinates and collaborates effectively with other members of a multi-disciplinary team, including MDs, RNs, and other medical support personnel.

    REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

    + High school diploma or equivalent

    + Minimum of two years experience as an Instrument Technician (or equivalent experience in another related OR job), including central processing/central services and decontamination experience.

    + Basic knowledge of disinfection and sterilization principles and procedures; knowledge of hospital/surgical supplies and equipment, ability to recognize instruments by name and identify if working properly; knowledge of proper cleaning, handling, inspecting, and maintenance of equipment to assure disinfection, sterility, and proper functioning.

    + Prefer graduation from either an accredited Instrument Room Technician training program or Central Processing (Central Services) training program.

    + Prefer Central Service/Materials Management certification.

    ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST

    UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances

     

    Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

    Pay Range Minimum:

    $28.52 hourly

    Pay Range Maximum:

    $41.49 hourly

    Other Compensation:

    $3,500 recruitment incentive to qualifying candidates

    Benefits:

    For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

    Shift:

    Night Shift (United States of America)

     

    Temporary or Regular?

     

    This is a regular position

    FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

    100.00%

    Union/Bargaining Unit:

    SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance

     

    About the UW

     

    Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

     

    UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

     

    Our Commitment

     

    The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

     

    To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

     

    Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

     

    University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.