WasteMedX is a waste solutions company for healthcare organizations. We utilize ozone technology to sterilize regulated medical waste and transform it into municipal waste. We are looking for a dedicated individual that has mechanical knowledge and wants the ability to work independently.
The Waste Processor role in Rapid City, SD is a unique opportunity to gain essential knowledge and experience within our company. As the processor you will operate an innovative technology to process and sterilize regulated medical waste for a local healthcare organization. This position is critical to providing our services to the healthcare system. The waste processor is responsible for handling and processing medical waste. This role ensures that the medical waste is sterilized and is ready for proper disposal. They also ensure waste bins are cleaned and disinfected appropriately to prevent the spread of germ.
Work Schedule:
Full-Time 40 hours per week, 8 hours per shift. May be required to work overtime based on customer needs.
Monday through Friday, 2nd shift (3p-11p)
Desired Skills, Abilities:
- Ability to run machinery and have basic mechanical knowledge
- Good time management
- Basic computer skills
- Flexible and open-minded
- Read, write, and communicate in English
- Lift 50 pounds consistently
- Customer service with positive interactions between WasteMedX and the healthcare staff
- Handle medical waste
- Clean and disinfect 31-gallon bins
- Sterilize the processed medical waste
- Coordinate pick up and service of the treated medical waste with a 3rd party
- Conduct monthly testing of the sterilization process
- Complete minor mechanical work and trouble shoot the waste processing equipment
Position Requirements:
- Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED
- Drug free workplace, must be able to pass a drug test
- Background check required for employment
- Handling regulated medical waste which could include blood or other body fluids
- Confidentiality and handling patient information
Benefits:
- Health Provided
- Denal Available
- Short-Term Disability Available
- Long-Term Disability Available
- 401K
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays