Job description
UWMC Montlake Design and Construction Management is looking for a highly motivated temporary part time AIR SAMPLE TECHNICIAN (STUDENT ASSISTANT) to join our team at the hospital. In this role, you will be responsible for performing air sampling tests to ensure that our hospital environment is safe and free from harmful airborne particles.
Position will be part time, 15 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
This role is perfect for premed students who are interested in gaining experience in the healthcare industry and offers flexible hours. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, while also contributing to the health and safety of our patients and staff.
Position Description:
1) Conduct post construction air sampling.
2) Conduct routine environmental air sampling as directed by Infection Control.
3) Review and inspect construction containments daily for integrity to Infection Control Risk Assess and Mitigation Plan.
4) Maintain Post Construction Clean and Air Sample (PCCAS) schedule and distribute daily or when updates are appropriate.
5) Documentation of Design and Construction Hotline messages.
6) Ordering air sample supplies
7) Coordination of maintenance and repair of air sampling equipment.
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Job Summary
The Air Particle Sampling Technician performs air particle measurements under the general supervision of the Director of Design and Construction Management and Infection Control.
Typical duties include:
Air sample equipment includes three types of machines. One captures air samples for culture on agar plates, and the other captures air particulates onto an adhesive in a cassette, referred to as a non-viable spore trap (two different methodologies for result captures). The third sampling equipment is an air particulate counter. Air samples are taken after construction to establish a safe environment exists after construction activities to the environment outside the construction area before exposing the newly constructed space.
Routine air samples are used to provide environmental baseline data to be used as reference when infections arise throughout the hospital and to determine and if an environmental source is related and eliminate it.
The Construction Project Manager works with Infection Control Clinicians to develop a containment plan on construction projects that provide protection to the surrounding areas and mitigates any risk of harm as a result of construction activities. A Construction Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) is developed to define the measures to mitigate the risks of such harm. Construction containments are reviewed daily by the air sample tech to maintain the integrity of the Infection Control Risk Assessment Mitigation plan. The tech will walk every construction containment daily and document their observations in the data base on the IPad. Any deficits to the ICRA will be immediately reported to the Construction Manager for the project.
At the end of the construction project or phase, the environmental services must be notified of the cleaning schedule, level of clean, and schedule the air sample, and the removal of construction containment measures following the ICRA. This schedule is referred to as PCCAS. This document is updated and distributed to the affected EVS, general contractor, facilities personnel, department personnel, construction management, and infection control. New schedules are produced by the air sample tech as new cleans are identified and scheduled.
Samples collected for laboratory process will be accessioned by the air sample tech, will be properly labelled and queued for the courier to deliver to the laboratory. Timely results will be received and the Infection Control clinician will be notified for interpretation of the results.
Construction Hotline Messages are recorded and cleared daily. The log is used to establish trends and track changes that occur from work stoppages as it relates to disruption of hospital operations.
Duties & Responsibilities - Job Description and Evaluation
1. Accurately performs all steps in performance of air particle sampling. Performs air particle sampling as assigned in a timely manner that supports the construction project schedule. Gathers data and reports results to designated construction personnel.
2. Gathers data utilizing designated equipment without disrupting the patient care environment or patient safety. Observes environment and conducts work efficiently in a timely manner.
3. Documentation is complete, accurate, and meets the standards identified by the department. Demonstrates the ability to document legibly, including basic computer skills and use of e-mail.
4. Demonstrates the ability to be self-directed, organized and make efficient use of time to meet the requirements of the assigned work. Once trained performs all air sampling measurements independently.
5. Maintains equipment and stocks supplies. Demonstrates knowledge in using equipment safely. Performs equipment checks as required.
6. Demonstrates accountability and responsibility for own actions and decisions in the performance of job duties. Demonstrates flexibility and stress tolerance in assignments. Willingly participates in unit and
organizational education requirements.
7. Performs all other duties as assigned.
To be employed as a student, the student must meet the following minimum enrollment requirements (not including correspondence credits):
Undergraduate students - 6 credits
Graduate and professional students - 4 credits
Ph.D. candidates working on dissertations - 2 credits
Be approved for “On Leave” status
Student employees are limited to working 19.5 hours per week when classes are in session. Student employees may work more than 19.5 hours per week during school breaks or when "on leave." A student can work as a student assistant for one quarter while on leave.
Students may be considered "on leave" as follows:
Undergraduates - For one quarter immediately following a quarter in which the student was enrolled for at least 6 academic credits (this includes summer quarter).
Graduate Students - When the student has applied for and been granted such status by the Dean of the Graduate School. Summer Quarter “On Leave” status is automatic for all graduate students who were registered or officially on leave the prior Spring Quarter.
Professional Students - When the student has applied for and been granted such status by the dean of the respective professional school.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
Employees of the University of Washington are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.
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