Sterilization Technician

My Clinic KSA; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Saudi Arabia is looking for a competent Sterilization Technician. This role involves decontaminating and sterilizing medical instruments and equipment. Responsibilities include operating sterilization equipment, performing quality checks on sterilization processes, and maintaining inventory control. Suitable candidates should have a CSSD Technology Diploma and at least one year of relevant experience. Join us in ensuring top-quality healthcare facilities.

Qualifications

• CSSD Technology Diploma from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Registry Eligible Status.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial decontamination of surgical instruments.
• Operate sterilization equipment to process instrument sets.
• Monitor and document sterilization process parameters.

Skills

Instrument decontamination

Operating sterilization equipment

Inventory management

Education

CSSD Technology Diploma

Tools

Sterilizers

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

Join My Clinic, the leading multispecialty outpatient care provider in Saudi Arabia, where our mission to help people live longer, healthier, and happier lives drives everything we do. Since 2017, we've been at the forefront of healthcare, combining innovation with a deep commitment to care, collaboration, ambition, and responsibility. As we continue to grow and reach new heights, we're looking for passionate individuals who share our vision and values.

Job Summary:

Decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of medical instruments, equipment, and supplies within My Clinic’s healthcare facilities. In addition to, cleaning, packaging, sterilizing, and storing surgical instruments and other medical devices.

Primary Responsibilities -Technical:

1. Receiving soiled surgical instruments, trays, and medical equipment from clinical areas and perform initial decontamination by removing organic debris, blood, and bodily fluids using mechanical and manual cleaning methods.
2. Operating automated washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and disinfection equipment to clean and sanitize reusable medical devices, ensuring proper function and performance.
3. Inspecting cleaned instruments, trays, and equipment for damage, defects, or signs of wear, reporting any issues to CSSD supervisors for repair or replacement.
4. Assembling instrument sets, surgical trays, and procedure packs according to established protocols, ensuring proper arrangement, labeling, and documentation for sterilization.
5. Preparing instruments and equipment for sterilization by selecting appropriate sterilization methods (e.g., steam, ethylene oxide, hydrogen peroxide plasma) based on instrument compatibility and manufacturer recommendations.
6. Operating sterilizers, autoclaves, and other sterilization equipment to process instrument sets and packs, monitoring cycle parameters, time, and temperature to ensure effective sterilization.
7. Packaging sterilized instruments and equipment in accordance with packaging standards, using sterile wraps, pouches, containers, or peel packs to maintain sterility and facilitate storage.
8. Labelling packages with appropriate sterilization indicators, expiration dates, and tracking information, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and departmental policies.
9. Storing sterilized items in designated storage areas, maintaining inventory control, stock rotation, and organization to prevent contamination and ensure accessibility for use.
10. Monitoring and documenting sterilization process parameters, biological indicator tests, and quality control checks to verify the effectiveness of sterilization cycles and compliance with standards.
11. Performing routine maintenance, calibration, and performance checks on sterilization equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety of devices.
12. Maintaining accurate records of instrument processing activities, sterilization cycles, equipment maintenance, and inventory transactions in CSSD documentation systems or electronic databases.
13. Maintaining the minimum and maximum stocks of CSSD consumables, following the requisition protocol from Procurement.
14. Performing other professional duties as assigned.

Education / Professional Qualifications:

1. Education Degree: CSSD Technology Diploma from a recognized institution.
2. Years of Experience: Minimum 1 years of relevant experience preferred.
3. License: Registry Eligible Status.