Instrument Technician,Lead
Location:
Medical Center - Fort Worth
Department:
Sterile Processing
Shift:
Third Shift (United States of America)
Standard Weekly Hours:
40
Summary:
Instrument Technician, Lead responsibilities include assisting the coordinator / supervisor in the daily flow of work in the department. This includes maintaining adequate reserve inventory for assembly of instrument sets and equipment. Serves as a liaison for surgery (OR) to expedite high priority surgical procedures and or instruments. Provides mentoring to all staffs on the unit as needed. Participates in Sterile processing leadership and planning for department. Maintains and prevents cross contamination by observing dress codes, environmental policies and traffic control.
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Education:
High school graduate or equivalent is required. Experience as an instrument technician of a minimum 5 years is recommended. Knowledge of aseptic technique, proper sterilization procedures, decontamination and assembly procedures per IAHCSMM, AAMI, AORN, AST, OSHA, JCAHO, The Joint commission, safety standards, hospital and departmental policies and procedures, generally as related to the Sterile Processing department. Knowledge of surgical procedures, surgical instruments, sets and trays to include instruments, classification, disassembly, and cleaning procedure.
Certification/Licensure:
Current HeartSaver Certification within 30 days of hire. Certification in a national organization for sterile processing is required. Failure to maintain certification will result in demotion to Sterile Processing Technician I.
About Us:
Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.
Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- On-site/Nearby Childcare
- Adoption Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
- Professional Coaching
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)