Sharps Technician – Healthcare Facility (San Antonio, TX)
Pay: $18/hr
Hours: Full‑time, 40 hours/week
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: San Antonio, TX 78229
Position Overview
We are seeking a Sharps Technician to support an onsite healthcare waste program. This role involves transferring sharps containers, hazardous waste, and non‑hazardous materials throughout a hospital facility. The position requires extensive walking, manual labor, and a strong focus on safety, compliance, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect, transport, and handle sharps containers, medical waste, non‑hazardous pharmaceutical waste, and hazardous pharmaceutical waste within the hospital.
- Ensure proper segregation of waste types, correct labeling, accurate logs, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintain clean and safe work areas, follow safety procedures, and wear required PPE.
- Support operational efficiency by identifying process improvements and best practices.
- Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or equipment concerns immediately.
- Follow all EPA, OSHA, DOT, and ISO 14001/9001 requirements.
Requirements
Must‑Have:
- Valid Texas driver’s license (a state ID or rideshare/public transit cannot be used as primary transportation).
- Reliable, consistent personal transportation.
- Ability to walk 10–12 miles per day.
- Willingness to receive vaccines if immunity cannot be documented.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs frequently and 50 lbs occasionally.
- Comfortable working in environments with noise, odors, weather exposure, and general hospital activity.
Education:
- Associate degree preferred.
- High school diploma or GED accepted with 2+ years of relevant experience.
Preferred:
- 24‑hour HAZWOPER certification.
Work Environment
- Physical, labor‑intensive role with frequent exposure to medical and environmental risks.
- Work is primarily inside a hospital setting with regular movement between areas.
- PPE is provided (gloves, masks, safety glasses). Uniforms and safety shoes are also provided.
Onboarding Requirements
- Background check and drug screen (Cisive).
- Vaccination compliance after clearance.
- All requirements must be completed prior to the start date.
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