Surgical Instrument Sharpening Technician

Type

Direct Hire

The Instrument sharpening technician is responsible for repairs, maintenance and calibration of most classes of surgical equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience working in the surgical instrument sharpening industry. Must have an Associates Degree in biomedical equipment technology or electronics or equivalent military training and experience required.

Must have two years of experience in the surgical instrument sharpening industry.

• Performs installations, regular maintenance, repairs, and calibrations on assigned surgical instruments to ensure proper operation and function.
• Performs all assignments in a competent and timely way according to current policies and procedures.
• Monitors service provided by outside instrument sharpening vendors, and accountable for quality control of service provided.
• Establishes equipment baselines, performs inspections and evaluations, interprets test results and makes recommendations to solve performance deficiencies.
• Installs, repairs and calibrates most classes of surgical instruments at a component level.
• Performs planned maintenance and electrical safety inspections as assigned.
• Uses diagnostic service software appropriate to the equipment being serviced.
• Helps in the evaluation of new equipment, accessories and supplies.
• Inspects incoming equipment for compliance with codes, standards, and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Establishes and maintains files of literature for each piece of surgical instrumentation, such as the manufacturers’ technical literature, reference standards, specifications and other documents necessary to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulatory agencies including TJC.

IMPORTANT :

MUST have valid US drivers license and MUST be able to work in the US without Visa sponsorship.