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Job Description

Our Surgical Technology program is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Lab Assistant to support the educational environment for aspiring surgical technologists. This role plays a vital part in ensuring a clean, organized, and well-stocked lab, allowing students to focus on their studies and develop essential skills.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management:

  • Maintain accurate inventory levels of surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.

  • Replenish stock as needed, ensuring all necessary items are readily available for lab activities.

  • Develop and implement efficient inventory tracking systems.

  • Organize and label supplies for easy identification and retrieval.

• Reprocessing and Repackaging:

  • Clean, disinfect, and repackage reusable surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.

  • Ensure proper sterilization techniques are followed to maintain a sterile environment.

  • Inspect instruments for damage and report any issues to the lab instructor.

• Lab Maintenance:

  • Maintain a clean and sanitary lab environment through regular sweeping, dusting, and mopping.

  • Dispose of biohazardous waste according to safety regulations.

  • Assist with setting up and preparing the lab for classes and demonstrations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience working in a medical or laboratory setting preferred.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.

• Basic understanding of sterile techniques and infection control procedures.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good physical stamina and ability to lift and carry moderate weights.

Starting Salary

$15.00 Hourly

To be considered for this position, upload the following documents to your application:

• Resume /CV - List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

• Cover Letter

NSHE - INTERNAL APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE

CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process and apply as an external candidate, your application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date.

For more details on this position, please visit our website: My Career at CSN.

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.  

All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.  

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.