Sterilization Technician II
Seattle, WA - USA
Job Summary
If you are wondering what makes TRIMEDX different its that all of our associates share in a common purpose of serving clients patients communities and each other with equal measures of care and performance.
- Everyone is focused on serving the customer and we do that by collaborating and supporting each other
- Associates look forward to coming to work each day
- Every associate matters and makes a difference
It is truly a culture like no other We hope you will join our team! Find out more about our company and culture here.
Summary
The Sterilization Technician II focuses heavily on steam sterilizers washer decontaminators cart washers internal steam generators stand alone steam generators and all supporting equipment. Knowledge of Steris Amsco and/or Getinge sterilizers is beneficial but not required. This position is required to be familiar with many classes of clinical equipment and may perform maintenance on equipment outside of the specialty. Should be available for travel as required.
The Sterilization Technician II installs inspects troubleshoots repairs calibrates and verifies the performance of complex sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems with minimal supervision. The Sterilization Technician II ensures regulatory compliance assists in inventory management and may serve as an advisor to other TriMedx personnel on technical matters concerning specialty equipment. The individual demonstrates adherence to the TriMedx core values in all professional interactions by showing respect to all people creating real value initiating meaningful change and exhibiting integrity.
Applicants can expect a compensation range of$37.00 - $52.00for this opportunity. This is the reasonable estimate that TRIMEDX believes it might pay for this particular job based on applicable circumstances at the time of posting. TRIMEDX may ultimately pay moreor lessthan the posted range as permitted by law and commensurate with the applicants experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities
Technical Service (40%)
- Conduct performance assurance (PA) inspections scheduled maintenance and operation verification procedures (OVP) on complex medical sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems.
- Repair and calibrate medical sterilization and decontamination equipment and systems.
- Inform supervisors of the status of repairs scheduled inspections unusual equipment situations and any customer concerns.
- Work with direct and document the activities of subcontractors vendors and outside service technicians to ensure proper service delivery.
- Maintain field related expertise through ongoing training and education.
- Assist with Service Operations Special Projects as assigned and contribute to the development of others through mentoring and sharing expertise.
Regulatory Compliance (25%)
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include the inventory performance assurance (PA) schedules nomenclature and service history.
- Adhere to the Medical Equipment Management Plan (MEMP) including all regulatory agency compliances and other applicable policies and procedures.
- Responsible for ensuring that all service and documentation is complete timely and accurate.
Account Relationship Management (25%)
- Build and maintain customer relationships.
- Discuss equipment status and functionality with customers.
- Adheres to the Mission Vision and Values of the organization(s) served.
- Serve as an ambassador for TRIMEDX by integrating the core values into job performance.
Inventory (10 %)
- Perform periodic inspections of current inventory status and maintain common failure parts inventory to ensure equipment uptime
- Verify the completion of security analysis for new customer equipment.
- Performs Incoming Inspections (II) to maintain a complete and accurate inventory of medical devices including trial and evaluation rental and loaner equipment in addition to permanently assigned equipment inventory.
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the equipment database to include inventory performance assurance (PA) schedules nomenclature and service history.
- Make recommendations regarding inventory.
Skills and Experience
- Minimum 3 years experience in the repair maintenance troubleshooting and installation of sterilization and decontamination equipment.
- AC/DC electrical knowledge required must be able to read and understand wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Plumbing knowledge required must be able to read and understand piping diagrams and identify basic plumbing components.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical motor circuits internal steam generators and pneumatic systems.
- Sweat copper pipe create flare and swage connections.
- Use and understand the operation of a digital multi-meter and amp meter.
- Perform temperature and pressure calibrations on sterilization and decontamination equipment.
- Ability to verbally explain the difference between gravity pre-vacuum and liquid sterilization cycles; what a biological indicator is and how it is used; what a sterilization integrater is and how it is used; and the instrument flow of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD).
- Ability to integrate information from a variety of sources.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid drivers license required; variable travel requirements depending on primary site or region that may require use of personal vehicle.
Education and Qualifications
- 2 year degree in a technical/electronics field or equivalent experience required. This requirement will be waived if the applicant has received the TRIMEDX Trained Certification or completed an equivalent biomedical related certification program.
- Routinely employ fine motor skills during the installation servicing and maintaining of sterilization and decontamination equipment.
- Bend crouch kneel climb balance or otherwise maneuver body while servicing and repairing sterilization and decontamination equipment.
- Operate tools/machinery that use hand and/or foot controls (e.g. drills saws electronic test equipment etc.) when servicing medical equipment.
- Lift carry or otherwise move up to 50 lbs. while working with sterilization and decontamination equipment.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel) and networking applications required.
At TRIMEDX we are committed to cultivating a workplace culture where every associate feels valued supported and empowered to thrive. This culture reflects our belief that our people are our foundation their well-being is essential and shared success is built through meaningful work recognition and opportunities for growth.
We embrace peoples differences which include age race color ethnicity gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin education genetics veteran status disability religion beliefs opinions and life experiences.
Visit our website to view our Workplace Culture Commitment along with our social channels to see what our team is up to: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter.
TRIMEDX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug-Free Workplace.
Because we are committed to providing a safe and productive work environment TRIMEDX is a drug-free workplace. Accordingly Associates are prohibited from engaging in the unlawful manufacture sale distribution dispensation possession or use of any controlled substance or marijuana or otherwise being under the influence thereof on all TRIMEDX and Customer property or during working/on-call hours.
Required Experience:
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About Company
TRIMEDX delivers clinical engineering management through the clinical engineering services, clinical asset informatics, & medical device cybersecurity.