Medical Waste Autoclave Oper at Brown Medicine

Providence, Rhode Island, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Mar, 26

Salary

43.96

Posted On

19 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Waste Management, Autoclave Operation, Mechanical Repair, Boiler Operations, Hydraulics, Thermodynamics, Environmental Regulations, Equipment Maintenance, Visual Inspection, Log Maintenance, Lubrication, Problem Diagnosis, Steam Systems, Electrical Principles, Safety Compliance, Team Collaboration

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

SUMMARY: Reporting to the Chief Engineer, Power Plant and under general supervision, operates microprocessor-controlled medical waste autoclave system. Monitors performance of operations by means of gauges, valves, video display and visual observations. Cleans, inspects, maintains and repairs high-pressure boilers and makes necessary repairs to auxiliary equipment such as conveyors, scrubbers and hydraulic drive augers. Ensures the medical waste autoclave system is operated within the guidelines mandated by the Division of Environmental Management. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Makes visual inspection in the medical waste autoclave room and checks status of all equipment. Maintains close surveillance of bearing temperatures, oil pressures and temperatures of medical waste autoclave system through use of microprocessor based controls. Maintains log of readings from all gauges and meters, including amount of steam and electricity consumed. Checks all pumps, fans, augers, conveyors and hydraulics, and lubricates moving parts as necessary. Inspects high-pressure boilers for water residue in pipes for worn and clogged valves, and to ascertain correct water chemical mix. Cleans the boiler, pipes and valves and makes repairs needed; inspects the burners and removes any unburned materials. Performs routine maintenance such as lubrication, repair and replacement on ancillary equipment such as steam, water, air and oil valves through out power plant, boiler room and medical autoclave spaces. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of thermodynamics of steam, principles of hydraulics and electricity. Requires mechanical ability to diagnose problems and make repairs to equipment. Requires knowledge and ability to interpret and perform required maintenance specifications on equipment under appropriate regulations. Knowledge of pertinent regulations including Division of Environmental Air Quality regulations. Completion of High School or Vocational School. Completion of one to two years training in boiler operations and/or incinerator plant operations, generally acquired from technical school or military service. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years experience including one to two year's previous experience in boiler operations and mechanical repair. Requires a Boiler Operator's License. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None Pay Range: $35.02-$43.96 Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type: M-F 5am-130pm Work Shift: Evening Driving Required: No Union: International Brotherhood Teamsters As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself. Company Location Belonging and Engagement Nursing Our Mission

Responsibilities

The Medical Waste Autoclave Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring the medical waste autoclave system, ensuring compliance with environmental guidelines. The role also includes routine maintenance and inspection of high-pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment.