CSSD Technician Full-time

Performs all managerial function of CSSD.

• Establishes and ensures the implementation of CSSD policies and procedures.
• Ensures instruments and equipment are cleaned and decontaminated according to established guidelines policies and procedures.
• Directs and supervises activities relating to the operation of washer/disinfectors and other related equipment.
• Ensures instruments sets are standardized, sterilized and in good working condition according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Prepares duty rotas, assigns tasks and duties of CSSD staff.
• Develops and coordinates with the Education Department in the orientation of new staff according to orientation program and hospital policies and procedures.
• Assesses CSSD supply needs and establishes a standard CSSD inventory.
• Monitors documents and reports effectiveness of sterilizers.
• Notifies appropriate departments of malfunction of equipment or lack of supplies.
• Develops, coordinates and participates in routine educational programs and staff meeting to facilitate professional growth and quality patient care.
• Monitors compliance with policy and procedure.
• Coordinates with the PI Nurse for any PI activities.
• Any other assigned responsibilities on a need basis as identified by the Nursing Administrator.
• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements.
• Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities.
• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports.
• Comply with Waste management procedures and policies.
• Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.

Qualifications

• Certification of training from an approved institute of CSSD technicians or Diploma in Nursing.
• Required experience 2 years in relevant area in absence of formal course.
• Must be fluent in spoken and written English, Arabic speaking desirable but not essential.
• Demonstrates good organizational and communication skills.

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