Instrument Technician I

University of Arkansas System

. Decontaminate medical instruments and materials by disassembling and cleaning them by hand and/or machine .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeLittle Rock • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in decontaminating, assembling, inspecting, and sterilizing medical instruments while maintaining accurate processing records. Proficient in performing biological and diagnostic tests on sterilizing equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.

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Decontamination Of Medical InstrumentsBiological Testing Of SterilizersSterilizing Equipment OperationRecord MaintenanceCertified Instrument Tech

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Hard Skills

Assembling Medical InstrumentsInspecting Medical InstrumentsPackaging Medical InstrumentsTesting Medical InstrumentsSterilizing Medical Instruments

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AutoclavesSteris Sterilizers

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma/GEDCertified Instrument Tech

Industry Keywords

Sterile ProcessingOperating Room SupportMedical Instrumentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Dart

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Decontaminate medical instruments and materials by disassembling and cleaning them by hand and/or machine
Assemble, package, inspect, and test instruments; reassemble sets and place them in proper containers or wrapping
Load and transport carts with prepared sets
Maintain records of loads and items removed from the department for processing
Transport loads to and from CSS/SSD and prepare proper storage of instruments and equipment
Use and test sterilizing equipment
Perform dart and biological tests for autoclaves and diagnostic and biological tests for Steris sterilizers
Record and accurately interpret test results
Assist Operating Room staff and locate needed supplies and equipment
Serve the Operating Room’s sterile instrument and equipment needs
Answer directly to the Sterile Processing Supervisor
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Pre-employment screening may include criminal background checks, drug testing, and/or education verification
Ability to decontaminate, assemble, inspect, package, test, and sterilize instruments and/or sets
Ability to maintain processing records and transport loads and equipment
Ability to perform routine biological and diagnostic testing of sterilizing equipment
Ability to assist Operating Room staff with supplies and equipment
Ability to lift/carry 11–25 lbs. or more
Ability to push/pull 100 lbs. or more
Certified Instrument Tech preferred
Work experience as an Instrument Tech preferred
Experience fulfilling orders/requests, including packing, assembling, and stocking items, preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Up to 10% matched retirement 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