**Job Description** **UW Medical Center - Northwest Central Processing** has an outstanding opportunity for an **INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN.** **WORK SCHEDULE** + 40 hours per week + Evening Shift **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS** The Instrument Technician will disassemble, clean, disinfect, sterilize, assemble, and store equipment and supplies used in the Operating Room or Endoscopy. **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Assemble instrument procedure trays, packs, case carts, and kits according to the prescribed manner using content lists + Inspect and tests equipment for function and/or damage; assures good working order + Wrap packages of linens, procedure trays, instruments and equipment for sterilization; heat seals; choose the appropriate sterilization process for items and applies the correct sterilization chemical indicator and tape + Maintain assigned work areas and equipment in a clean and organized condition; maintain safety and sterility standards. Clean shelves, floors, furniture; disinfect and make bed; empty and replace trash and linen bags + Store, maintain, and inventory supplies and equipment + Coordinate and collaborate effectively with other members of a multi-disciplinary team, including MDs, RNs, and other medical support personnel **REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:** + High school diploma or GED required + Minimum of one year experience as an Instrument Technician (or equivalent experience in another related OR job), including central processing/central services and decontamination experience + Basic knowledge of disinfection and sterilization principles and procedures; knowledge of hospital/surgical supplies and equipment, ability to recognize instruments by name and identify if working properly; knowledge of proper cleaning, handling, inspecting, and maintenance of equipment to assure disinfection, sterility and proper functioning **ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST** UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring **Northwest Outpatient Medical Center** and **Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.** **Compensation, Benefits and Position Details** **Pay Range Minimum:** $26.60 hourly **Pay Range Maximum:** $38.68 hourly **Other Compensation:** $3,500 sign on bonus for all candidates new to the department or UW Medicine $1.25/HR Evening Differential **Benefits:** For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ **Shift:** Night Shift (United States of America) **Temporary or Regular?** This is a regular position **FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):** 100.00% **Union/Bargaining Unit:** SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance **About the UW** Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. **Our Commitment** The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) . University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.