Medical Supply Technician

The medical supply technician is responsible for managing the inventory, sanitation, distribution, and maintenance of medical supplies and equipment within the healthcare facility.
This role is responsible for ensuring that all medical instruments and equipment are properly sterilized to maintain a safe and sterile environment.
This position will work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure that all necessary supplies are available and play a critical role in preventing infections and ensuring the safety of patients and healthcare personnel.
_*This is a fulltime position and the approximate hours are 4PM - 6:00 AM (14-hour shifts) M-F Shift, Sat - Sun.
*_ *Duties/Responsibilities:* · Follow established protocols and procedures for sterilizing medical instruments and equipment and adhere to strict safety protocols and infection control measures.
· Operate sterilization equipment such as autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and chemical sterilizers.
· Monitor sterilization cycles and ensure that all instruments are processed according to regulatory standards.
· Ensure that supplies are stored properly and securely.
· Keep detailed maintenance records, schedules, and maintain accurate records of all medical supplies and equipment.
· Perform routine maintenance and repairs on medical equipment as needed and coordinate with manufacturers or service providers for more complex repairs.
· Inspect medical instruments for cleanliness and functionality prior to sterilization.
· Disassemble instruments as needed and remove any debris or organic matter.
· Properly package instruments for sterilization, ensuring they are arranged in a way that allows for effective sterilization.
· Conduct routine tests and checks to verify the effectiveness of the sterilization process.
· Record and maintain accurate documentation of sterilization cycles, including temperature, pressure, and exposure time.
· Follow regulatory guidelines and standards for sterilization, including those set by organizations such as the CDC and FDA.
· Organize and distribute supplies to various departments within the healthcare facility.
· Use VA and CensiTrac systems.
· Other duties as assigned.
*Required Skills/Abilities:* · Experience in processing, assembling, troubleshooting, preparing, sterilizing, storing, and issuing sterile and unsterile medical supplies and equipment.
· Possess knowledge of the technical names, general uses, physical characteristics, and operating conditions of medical supply items.
· Proven experience in decontamination, cleaning, preparation, sterilization, and storage procedures.
· Knowledge of aseptic techniques.
· Skilled in operating a washer-sterilizer, ultrasonic instrument cleaners, and gas and steam sterilizers.
· Attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols and procedures.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work with a diverse employee population including all levels of management and staff.
*Education and Experience:* · Successful completion of 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours in courses such as medical supply processing, storage, and distribution; sterile supplies, operating room, and surgical technician courses; or other fields related to the position.
· Certification as a sterile processing technician (e.
g.
, Certified Registered Central Service Technician - CRCST) is a plus.
· Previous experience working in a hospital or other medical facility that is responsible for maintaining and repairing the medical equipment.
· Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance.
*Physical Requirements:* · Ability to stand, walk, and move around for extended periods of time.
· Ability to reach, push, pull, lift and carry at least 20 pounds.
*NOTE: *All functions of this position are not necessarily described in this description.
ATP2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity in the workplace.
ATP2 does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal civil rights law.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.
50 - $18.
50 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Pet insurance * Vision insurance Schedule: * 12 hour shift * Evening shift * Monday to Friday Ability to Relocate: * Cincinnati, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person