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You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page. Closing Date: 10/06/2026 Type of Position: Job Type: Regular Work
Shift Vary Sponsorship Available: Yes Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.
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Department: ICE | PeriopSvc Instrument Processing Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: This position will fill multiple positions. The Instrument Tech will be responsible for decontamination, assembling and inspecting, packaging, testing and sterilizing instruments and/or sets. Maintain records of loads and items being removed from department for processing, transports loads to and from SSD and prepare proper storage for equipment.
Performs routine testing including biological test for steam autoclaves, Sterrad and System 1E. Assist Operating Room (OR) staff with needed supplies and equipment.
High School Diploma/GED.
Certified Instrument Tech. Work experience as an Instrument Tech. Experience fulfilling orders/requests (packing, assembling & stocking items).
Additional Information: Responsibilities: Decontaminate (dis-assemble, clean by hand and/or machine) medical instruments/materials. Assemble and package, inspect and test instruments, re-assemble sets, place sets in proper containers and/or wrapping and load/transport loaded carts with prepared sets. Maintain record of loads and items being removed from department for processing.
Transport loads to and from CSS and prepare proper storage of instruments and equipment. Use and test sterilizing equipment; perform dart and biological tests for autoclaves; perform diagnostic and biological tests for Steris sterilizer. Record and accurately interpret results of tests; assist OR staff; help locate needed supplies and equipment.
Communicate professionally even when under pressure/fulfilling demanding and/or stressful requests. Position revolves around serving the Operating Room's (OR’s) sterile instrument and equipment needs. Must understand the URGENCY of the OR staff’s requests.
Answer directly to the Sterile Processing Supervisor. Other related duties as assigned. Constant Physical Activity : Hear, Read, Concentrate, Think Analytically, Frequent Physical Activity : Stand Occasional Physical Activity : Bend, sit, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead Lift/Carry Weight: 11 - 25 Lbs. or more Push/Pull Weight: 100 Lbs. or more Physical Environment : Inside medical Facility Noise Level: Moderate Visual
Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity Near visual acuity Hazards : Biological, Dust, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Proof of Veteran Status Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.
The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Constant Physical Activity: Frequent Physical Activity: Occasional Physical Activity: Benefits Eligible: Yes