Under general supervision, but in accordance with established policies and procedures, provides instruction/ training to other department personnel regarding surgical instrumentation and case carts, including identification, cleaning, handling, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization and storage.

 

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent. 


• Level of knowledge equivalent to that ordinarily acquired through completion of two years of technical training as an instrument technician. 


• Certification from an accredited Instrument Technician Program.


• Minimum of six months experience as an Instrument Technician or equivalent experience


• Must demonstrate personal skills necessary to interact with physicians and other hospital personnel, as well as to present in-service programs.


• Position requires numerical/clerical ability necessary to assemble correct number of items needed to assemble trays, prepare records, and determine supply levels within approved parameters. 


• Must have manual and physical dexterity to handle various instruments/equipment and to withstand prolonged periods of standing, walking, and moving carts. 


• Analytical ability necessary to develop and implement training programs for a small staff.


• Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to work with minimal supervision. 


• Interpersonal skills required for interaction with other staff members, surgery staff, and other hospital staff.