Job Summary
The Instrument Assembler plays a vital role in the healthcare environment, focusing on the meticulous processes of disassembling, cleaning, disinfecting, decontaminating, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments. This position ensures that all equipment is managed in compliance with established certified standards to uphold a sterile atmosphere.
Responsibilities
- Disassemble surgical instruments and equipment for thorough cleaning and sterilization.
- Perform cleaning, disinfection, and decontamination of instruments to maintain hygiene standards.
- Assemble and prepare instruments for surgical procedures, ensuring they meet all safety and quality requirements.
- Sterilize instruments in accordance with health regulations and protocols.
- Maintain a sterile environment by adhering to best practices and standards in instrument handling.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED is essential.
- Completion of a Central Processing Technology course is required.
- Preferred one year of experience in Central Supply or Central Processing.
Saint Barnabas Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
