CSSD Technician: Sterile Pack Integrity & Timely Deliveries

Columbia Asia Hospital - Batu Kawan; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Asia Hospital - Batu Kawan in Penang is seeking a CSSD Technician responsible for maintaining sterility of packs, timely delivery of CSSD sets to wards and OR, and ensuring all sterilization equipment is well maintained.

The role requires at least 2 years in CSSD, a certified sterilization course, basic computer skills, and ability to write and speak English and Bahasa Malaysia; candidates should be detail-oriented with strict infection control practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years working in a CSSD related role.
• Preferably have attended a certified course in Sterilization techniques
• Basic computer skill required
• Able to write and speak in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterility integrity of the sterile packs.
• Responsible for the timely delivery of CSSD sets to wards and OR.
• Ensure the CSSD washer, disinfector and sterilizer are well maintained.
• Ensure strict infection control practice is in place.
• Carry out the chemical and biological tests daily/ weekly.
• Warm up the machines daily and perform the Bowle Dick test before sterilization of sets.
• Check all parameters for sterilization are achieved.
• Monitor and maintain record of each cycle.
• Assist in the collection of soiled/ used instruments from respective wards/ departments.
• Ensure proper recording and checking of sets and instrument received.
• Ensure all sets are check for completeness as per checklist.
• Maintain adequate inventory of sterile supplies.
• Ensure timely distribution of clean sets.
• Perform weekly instruments inventory.
• Check the temperature and humidity of the sterile store daily and report to OR charge nurse when need arises.
• Check weekly the shelf life/ expiry date of sterile sets/ items in the sterile store.
• Participate in QA activities pertaining to CSSD.
• Perform any other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

CSSD experience

Sterilization knowledge

Basic computer skills

English language

Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Certified course in Sterilization techniques

Job description

Columbia Asia Hospital - Batu Kawan in Penang is seeking a CSSD Technician responsible for maintaining sterility of packs, timely delivery of CSSD sets to wards and OR, and ensuring all sterilization equipment is well maintained.

The role requires at least 2 years in CSSD, a certified sterilization course, basic computer skills, and ability to write and speak English and Bahasa Malaysia; candidates should be detail-oriented with strict infection control practices.