Ultra Violet Technician in WHITE PLAINS, New York at White Plains Hospital

Ultra Violet Technician

Administers use of infection control, prevention and monitoring procedures. Operates Ultraviolet Disinfection System decontaminating hospital rooms/environment in order to drive down levels of hospital acquired infection. Utilizes 3M Clean Trace/ or similar surface contamination detection software/hardware and other procedures as assigned. Works under the direction of Environmental Services Mangers and/or the Assistant Director of EVS.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:

1. Practices universal precaution procedures
2. Understands the principles of Ultraviolet disinfection
3. Understands the principles of 3M Clean Trace/ or similar surface contamination detection software/hardware.
4. Runs Ultraviolet/decontamination equipment on a day to day basis in all assigned areas
5. Coordinates and priorities with patient flow coordinator the closure of rooms to conduct Ultraviolet disinfection of rooms and areas.
6. Ability to explain to patients visitors, and staff the technology being used and how it will benefit them
7. Involved in patient room “Picture Perfect” set-up in preparation for admission
8. Practices effective time management and productive use of assigned technologies
9. Maintain all equipment in safe working condition
10. Carry out routine and emergency repairs on site on equipment as required
11. Generate and maintain usage reports for technologies
12. Report usage to Department Director as scheduled
13. Maintain maintenance logs for technology equipment
14. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
15. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required

Associate’s degree, two years of college required or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Core Competencies

Computer and technology proficient

Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment

• The associate is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb or balance, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to healthcare environment.
• Must have the ability to write legibly and have the ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have the ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and execute multiple tasks.
• Requires the ability to concentrate on fine detail, with interruptions, while attending tasks.
• Must be able to understand and relate to theories behind related concepts.
• May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.

Primary Population Served

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Neonatal (birth – 28 days)	Patients with exceptional communication needs
Infant (29 days – less than 1 year)	Patients with developmental delays
Pediatric (1 – 12 years)	Patients at end of life
Adolescent (13 – 17 years)	Patients under isolation precautions
Adult (18 – 64 years)	Patients with cultural needs
Geriatric (> 65 years)	All populations
Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities	Non-patient care population

The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.

Hourly Rate: $20.9240-$31.4129