Surgical Instrument Tech

Job Title

Assists in providing an environment for quality patient care by cleaning, organizing, and preparing sterile operating rooms between surgical procedures, processing surgical instruments for flash and terminal sterilization, and maintaining room stock levels of essential supplies. Engages in direct patient care within the scope of preparation and training, including, but not limited to transportation of patients to and from the operation room.

Contingent team members must be able to work 3 shifts per month, including weekends.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Six months healthcare work experience preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 50% of work time.
• Ability to prioritize multiple required tasks.
• Ability to work and communicate with others, even in stressful situations, with diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to see, hear and speak.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, stoop, and walk briskly.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds several times during shift.
• Ability to share in lifting patients up to 250 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to grasp or grip repeatedly during shift.
• Ability to push/pull carts/stretchers with patients/equipment up to 250 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to push/pull carts up to 150 pounds independently.
• Basic problem solving skills.
• Mechanical ability required to disassemble/reassemble instruments and equipment, and operate flash sterilizers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Utilizing strict aseptic technique, opens sterile packs, instruments, and supplies for operating room procedures.

Secures and prioritizes equipment needs for procedures.

Assembles and checks functionality of suction system.

Completes casecart/c-locker requirements by adding supplies/instruments stored in the O.R., referring to the preference card, and documenting as appropriate.

Cleans, assembles, and labels instruments for sterilization.

Operates flash sterilizer according to procedure observing protocols for quality assurance.

Cleans operating rooms and equipment following operative procedures. Transports specimens, supplies and equipment as directed.

Transports patients to and from the operating room, monitoring same for untoward reactions.

Responds to patient needs within scope of preparation and training.

Reports other observations or needs to appropriate caregivers.

Assists with transportation of patients with cardio monitors and/or ventilators. Provides relief coverage for clerical or custodial staff, involving the operation of telephone, computer and floor wet vacuum, as well as key communication in emergency situations.

Prepares specialty supplies such as sub packs, eye packs, cast supplies, breathing tubes, positional aides, etc.

Maintains appropriate levels of supplies in the operating rooms, rotating stock and checking for outdates.

Acts as a teacher of his/her own job duties and responsibilities in staff orientation and development.

Practices within OSHA guidelines, e.g. body substance isolation.

Maintains the work area, hospital facilities and equipment to reduce potential patient/associate injury or unsatisfactory patient outcome.

Observes hospital/department/work unit policies, procedures, rules and standards. Demonstrates good customer/supplier relations.

Completes mandatory in-service requirements.

Performs direct patient care activities within the scope of his/her preparation and training, including but not limited to taking vital signs; patient positioning, feeding and dressing; and discontinuing of intravenous infusions.

Performs routine housekeeping chores, including but not limited to trash/soiled linen disposal, damp dusting, wiping down cupboard/cart shelving, sterilizer/washers interiors/exteriors, countertops or work surfaces.

Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships.

Approaches conflict in a constructive manner.

Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution. Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, associates, and visitors to St. Joseph Mercy Health System. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.

Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of SJMHS. Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF TRINITY HEALTH

Competitive compensation

Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods

Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability

Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions

Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health

Tuition Reimbursement

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.