Medical Device Assembler Assemblers
SaveWhat Does a Medical Device Assembler Do?
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.
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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.
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Skills You Need to Become a Medical Device Assembler
Essential Skills
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EssentialSterilization Techniques knowledge
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.
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EssentialMedical Devices knowledge
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 …
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EssentialMedical Devices Materials knowledge
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 …
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EssentialQuality Standards knowledge
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
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EssentialAlign Components skill
Align and lay out components in order to put them together correctly according to blueprints and technical plans.
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EssentialClean Components During Assembly skill
Clean components before fixing them to other compounds or units of components during the assembly process.
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EssentialEnsure Conformity To Specifications skill
Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.
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EssentialFasten Components skill
Fasten components together according to blueprints and technical plans in order to create subassemblies or finished products.
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EssentialFollow Clinical Guidelines skill
Follow agreed protocols and guidelines in support of healthcare practice which are provided by healthcare institutions, professional associations, or authorities and also scientific organisations.
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EssentialMeet Deadlines skill
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
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EssentialMonitor Automated Machines skill
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 …
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EssentialRead Assembly Drawings skill
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 …
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EssentialRemove Defective Products skill
Remove defective materials from the production line.
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EssentialReport Defective Manufacturing Materials skill
Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
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EssentialSupply Machine skill
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 …
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EssentialWear Cleanroom Suit skill
Wear garments appropriate for environments that require a high level of cleanliness to control the level of contamination.
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EssentialAssemble Final Product skill
Install and mechanically adjust all components and subsystems, according to factory regulations and legal standards.
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EssentialMaintain Medical Devices skill
Ensure all medical devices and appliances are properly stored and taken care of so they maintain their functionality and appearance.
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EssentialManipulate Medical Devices' Materials skill
Manipulate materials used in the manufacturing of medical devices such as metal alloys, stainless steel, composites or polymer glass.
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EssentialManufacture Medical Devices skill
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 …
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EssentialRepackage Medical Equipment After Sterilisation skill
Re-assemble and package the newly sterilized medical equipment and devices, sealing and labelling them properly for further use.
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EssentialTest Medical Devices skill
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.
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EssentialUse Technical Equipment For Sterilisation skill
Work with technical equipment and machinery such as steam sterilisers to clean and disinfect equipment and devices.
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OptionalBiomedical Engineering knowledge
The biomedical engineering processes used to create medical devices, prostheses and in treatments.
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OptionalCircuit Diagrams knowledge
Read and comprehend circuit diagrams showing the connections between the devices, such as power and signal connections.
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OptionalOptical Engineering knowledge
Subdiscipline of engineering that deals with the development of optical instruments and applications, such as telescopes, microscopes, lenses, lasers, fibre optic communication, and imaging systems.
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OptionalBlow Moulding knowledge
The three main techniques to create hollow plastic and glass parts, namely extrusion blow molding, injection blow molding and injection stretch blow molding.
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OptionalBiomedical Techniques knowledge
The various methods and techniques used in biomedical laboratory such as molecular and biomedical techniques, imaging techniques, genetic engineering, electrophysiology techniques and in silico techniques.
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OptionalElectrical Engineering knowledge
Understand electrical engineering, a field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
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OptionalElectromechanics knowledge
The engineering processes that combine electrical and mechanical engineering in the application of electromechanics in devices that need electricity to create mechanical movement or devices that create electricity by mechanical …
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OptionalMedical Furniture knowledge
The types medical furniture such as dentist chairs, hospital beds or cabinets and the type of materials used to create the furniture.
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OptionalTypes Of Plastic knowledge
Types of plastic materials and their chemical composition, physical properties, possible issues and usage cases.
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OptionalPlastic Welding knowledge
Methods to join softened plastic surfaces, usually by heating and applying pressure, such as heat sealing, laser welding, high frequency welding and ultrasonic welding.
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OptionalThermoplastic Materials knowledge
Types of materials of which the physical state changes when exposed to heat, as well as the specific manner in which the materials react to heat exposure.
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OptionalAdjust Manufacturing Equipment skill
Regulate and monitor the manufacturing equipment settings and process parameters, such as its temperature and power level. Review the manufacturing process and equipment and suggest improvements.
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OptionalApply Soldering Techniques skill
Apply and work with a variety of techniques in the process of soldering, such as soft soldering, silver soldering, induction soldering, resistance soldering, pipe soldering, mechanical and aluminium soldering.
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OptionalClean Moulds skill
Clean the mould using water, grease or oil, washing and scraping them by hand.
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OptionalConstruct Moulds skill
Construct moulds for the casting of objects in plaster, clay, glass, plastic or metal. Use casting machines and materials such as rubber, plaster or fibreglass.
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OptionalEnsure Continuous Preparedness For Audits skill
Ensure constant compliance with standards and requirements, such as keeping certifications up to date and monitoring activities to ensure correct procedures are followed, so that audits can occur smoothly and …
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OptionalFill Moulds skill
Fill up moulds with appropriate materials and ingredient mixes.
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OptionalFinish Plastic Products skill
Finish the product by sanding, branding and polishing the plastic surface.
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OptionalMaintain Moulds skill
Clean and repair moulds, e.g. by smoothening out imperfections on the surface.
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OptionalOperate Precision Machinery skill
Operate machinery used for the making of small systems or components with a high level of precision.
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OptionalReplace Defect Components skill
Remove defective parts and replace them with functioning components.
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OptionalResolve Equipment Malfunctions skill
Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions; communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.
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OptionalUse Moulding Techniques skill
Apply moulding techniques.
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OptionalUse Precision Tools skill
Use electronic, mechanical, electric, or optical precision tools for precision work.
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OptionalAdvise Customers On Usage Of Medical Products skill
Provide advice to customers on what medical products can be used for various medical conditions.
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OptionalMaintain Medical Laboratory Equipment skill
Regularly check the condition of medical laboratory equipment used, clean, and perform maintenance operations, as necessary.
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OptionalMaintain Plastic Machinery skill
Maintain machinery and equipment for making plastic goods, to ensure that it is clean and in safe, working order. Perform routine maintenance on equipment and adjust when necessary, using hand …
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OptionalManipulate Stainless Steel skill
Manipulate the shape, size and properties of stainless steel.
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OptionalOperate Machines For The Rubber Extrusion Process skill
Operate the extruder machine and the curing press aiming to cure and extrude rubber products.
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OptionalOperate Plastic Machinery skill
Operate machines and equipment used for creating plastic parts and products such as injection, extrusion, compression or blow moulding machines.
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OptionalRepair Medical Devices skill
Repair or modify medical appliances and supportive devices according to the specifications.
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OptionalRepair Plastic Machinery skill
Repair broken components or systems of machinery and equipment used for making plastic products or parts, using hand and power tools.
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