What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Evenings Instrument Technician - Joplin position at Mercy?
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Overview:
This position is located at Mercy Joplin
Full Time Evenings/Nights 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Under general supervision, the Sterile Processing Instrument Technician is responsible for cleaning, inspecting, testing, assembling, and sterilizing medical instruments and equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions, hospital policies, and departmental procedures. This includes:
- Performing decontamination, high-level disinfection, and sterilization processes.
- Ensuring all instruments are free of bioburden and function properly before use.
- Accurately documenting all processes and equipment usage in written logs and/or computer systems.
- Prioritizing instrument processing, answering phones, and coordinating the dispatch of instruments, equipment, and supplies.
- Upholding Mercy's Mission, Values, and Service Standards.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Required Education: High school graduate or equivalent
- Preferred Experience: Prior healthcare related experience, basic knowledge of sterilization processes in a clinical setting.
- Other: Basic computer skillsMust be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).Must interact with staff and co-workers across a diverse range of disciplines.Must be able to follow directions.Must be able to operate equipment.The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job. Most physical demands are below:Frequent: high/mid/low level lift of items weighing around 25 pounds Frequent: hand coordination
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
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