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Surgical Instrument Technician

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Preferred 2+ years minimum Surgical instrument manufacturing experience * Experience with general manufacturing processes * Assessment of skills will be part of the training process * Ability to ...

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St Mary's Healthcare Amsterdam

Amsterdam, NY • On-site

$20.23 - $27.06/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

St. Mary's Healthcare has been providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the people of Montgomery and Fulton counties since 1903. At St. Mary's Hospital, the Rao Outpatient Pavilion and other locations, the local, independent healthcare organization offers the comprehensive, critical services its community needs and deserves. St. Mary's Healthcare has also been named a 2026 Times Union Top Workplace-the first acute care hospital in the Capital Region to earn the distinction since the Times Union launched the recognition program 15 years ago.
Job Requisition: SURGI001896
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Days & Weekends
Hours Per Week: 36 hour/week
Location: Main Hospital Campus
Hiring Range: $20.23- $27.06 hourly
Below are the shift differentials based on eligible shifts worked:
  • Weekday evening shift - additional 10%
  • Weekday night shift - additional 15%
  • Weekend day shift - additional 10%
  • Weekend evening & night shifts - additional 21%

The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Responsibilities:
  • Decontamination: Safely handle contaminated instruments, wash them (manually and/or mechanically), and disinfect them to remove gross soil and biological debris following their manufacturer's instructions for use.
  • Inspection & Assembly: Check instruments for biological debris, damage or wear, and arrange them in accordance with their specific instrument layouts for surgical kits.
  • Sterilization: Load packaged instruments into sterilizers (autoclaves) that use extreme heat, pressure, and steam to kill bacteria and spores.
  • Sterile Storage & Distribution: Ensure sterilized items are stored properly and delivered to the operating room and clinics when needed.
  • Documentation & Compliance: Keep detailed logs of sterilization cycles, temperatures, and inventory levels to maintain strict safety and regulatory standards. Inspect equipment for functionality and arrange maintenance or repair as needed. Organize sterile storage areas and monitor instrument expiration dates. Collaborate with OR staff to ensure instruments are prepared timely. Participate in quality improvement activities and adhere to all infection control standards.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all medical and organizational information

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None

Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Training & Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Previous work experience in Sterile Processing preferred

Certifications / Licensure:
  • Central Sterile Certification, through a nationally accredited agency preferred. You must obtain Central Sterile Certification through a nationally accredited agency within 18 months of date of hire. Must complete annual continuing education requirements to maintain Central Sterile Certification.

Required Skills and Attributes:
  • Ability to organize and establish day-to-day priorities while using critical thinking skills in all aspects of the job.
  • Must be able to multitask while remaining professional, focused, composed and positive.
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Displays integrity, friendliness, and compassion.
  • Must be able to establish an appropriate and effective rapport with others.
  • Demonstrates flexibility
  • Takes initiative
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Embrace new opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.
  • Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient with various Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel).
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Effective interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to take and follow direction in a positive and appropriate manner.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
  • Must be able to demonstrate effective and appropriate written and oral communication skills.
  • Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.

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