Profession medical device assembler

Medical device assemblers manufacture instruments, machines and appliances that can be used to prevent, diagnose or treat medical conditions. Medical devices can be non-electrical, such as tubes, needles, drainage sets and sterile pipettes, as well as electrical, such as pacemakers, MRI machines, and X-ray devices. Some may also work in the production of medical furniture such as hospital beds and operation tables.

Personality Type

• Realistic / Conventional

Knowledge

• Medical devices materials

  The different materials used to create medical devices such as polymer materials, thermoplastic and thermosetting materials, metal alloys and leather. In the choice of materials, attention must be paid to medical regulations, cost, and biocompatibility.

• Sterilization techniques

  The methods and techniques used to destroy or remove microorganisms such as viruses and bacteria that can contaminate medical instruments or any type of material in a health care setting.

• Medical devices

  Equipment and devices used in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of medical issues. Medical devices cover a wide range of products, ranging from syringes and protheses to MRI machinery and hearing aids.

• Quality standards

  The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.

Skills

• Monitor automated machines

  Continuously check up on the automated machine's set-up and execution or make regular control rounds. If necessary, record and interpret data on the operating conditions of installations and equipment in order to identify abnormalities.

• Supply machine

  Ensure the machine is fed the necessary and adequate materials and control the placement or automatic feed and retrieval of work pieces in the machines or machine tools on the production line.

• Use technical equipment for sterilisation

  Work with technical equipment and machinery such as steam sterilisers to clean and disinfect equipment and devices.

• Manipulate medical devices' materials

  Manipulate materials used in the manufacturing of medical devices such as metal alloys, stainless steel, composites or polymer glass.

• Follow clinical guidelines

  Follow agreed protocols and guidelines in support of healthcare practice which are provided by healthcare institutions, professional associations, or authorities and also scientific organisations.

• Test medical devices

  Make sure the medical devices fit the patient and test and evaluate them to ensure they work as intended. Make adjustments to ensure proper fit, function and comfort.

• Ensure conformity to specifications

  Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.

• Wear cleanroom suit

  Wear garments appropriate for environments that require a high level of cleanliness to control the level of contamination.

• Read assembly drawings

  Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a product.

• Maintain medical devices

  Ensure all medical devices and appliances are properly stored and taken care of so they maintain their functionality and appearance.

• Fasten components

  Fasten components together according to blueprints and technical plans in order to create subassemblies or finished products.

• Clean components during assembly

  Clean components before fixing them to other compounds or units of components during the assembly process.

• Repackage medical equipment after sterilisation

  Re-assemble and package the newly sterilized medical equipment and devices, sealing and labelling them properly for further use.

• Manufacture medical devices

  Put together medical devices according to company specifications and national and international regulations. Use specialised materials, tools, and machinery to assemble the medical devices. Apply molding, welding, or bonding techniques according to the type of medical device. Retain a high level of cleanliness throughout the manufacturing process.

• Remove defective products

  Remove defective materials from the production line.

• Report defective manufacturing materials

  Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.

• Align components

  Align and lay out components in order to put them together correctly according to blueprints and technical plans.

• Assemble final product

  Install and mechanically adjust all components and subsystems, according to factory regulations and legal standards.

• Meet deadlines

  Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.

Optional knowledge and skills

Source: Sisyphus ODB