NMC Healthcare is currently looking to hire a candidate for the job role of a CSSD Technician in Food Lands Building, Abu Dhabi, UAE. This is an Entry level full time job. And salary can range between 4000-8000 AED/month.
Responsibilities of CSSD Technician
- Clinical activities: Performs all functions of Central Supply Sterile Distribution (CSSD).
- Ensures instruments and equipment are cleaned and decontaminated according to established guidelines policies and procedures.
- Ensures instrument sets are standardized, sterilized and in good working condition according to the hospital policies and procedures.
- Wash and decontaminate non sterile instruments and equipment by following the prescribed techniques.
- Processes and maintains sterile instruments and surgical sets by adhering to adequacy of sets and correct handling techniques.
- Is meticulous about infection control and safety policies.
- Follows the appropriate procedures for obtaining and returning or cleaning / disposing of equipment and supplies.
- Administrative activities: Performs all functions of Central Supply Sterile Distribution (CSSD).
- Ensures instruments and equipment are clean and decontaminate according to established guidelines policies and procedures.
- Ensures instrument sets are standardized, sterilized and in good working condition according to the hospital policies and procedures.
- Wash and decontaminate non sterile instruments and equipment by following the prescribed techniques.
- Processes and maintains sterile instruments and surgical sets by adhering to adequacy of sets and correct handling techniques.
- Is meticulous about infection control and safety policies.
- Follows the appropriate procedures for obtaining and returning or cleaning / disposing of equipment and supplies.
- Keeps work area and equipment clean.
Requirements for Role of CSSD Technician
- Certification of training from an approved institute of Central Supply Sterile Distribution (CSSD) technicians or Diploma in Nursing.
- Required 2 years of experience in relevant area in absence of formal course.
- Current Basic life support (BLS)
- Currently licensed in country of origin and with HAAD license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Skills And Knowledge Desired
- Demonstrates a motivation to work in a health care environment.
- Ability to review procedures and implement new models of service delivery to satisfy client and organizational requirements.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes and ability to consult with staff regarding continuous improvement.
- Excellent command of oral and written English. Arabic language advantageous/desirable but not essential.
- Possess a “can do” and flexible approach.
- Ability to demonstrate highly developed communication and organizational skills at all levels.
- Ability to provide compassionate care that is respectful to patients’ preferences.
- Knowledge of computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision and in a team within a complex clinical setting.