Sterilization Technician

My Clinic KSA; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 28,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

My Clinic KSA in Saudi Arabia seeks a CSSD Technician to handle decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and devices within its facilities. The role involves cleaning, packaging, labeling, and storage of sterilized items following established protocols.

Experience in CSSD operations (minimum 1 year preferred) and a CSSD Technology Diploma are required, with registry-eligible status.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Operating automated washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and disinfection equipment to clean and sanitize reusable medical devices, ensuring proper function and performance.
• Inspecting cleaned instruments, trays, and equipment for damage, defects, or signs of wear, reporting any issues to CSSD supervisors for repair or replacement.
• Assembling instrument sets, surgical trays, and procedure packs according to established protocols, ensuring proper arrangement, labeling, and documentation for sterilization.
• Preparing instruments and equipment for sterilization by selecting appropriate sterilization methods based on instrument compatibility and manufacturer recommendations.
• Operating sterilizers, autoclaves, and other sterilization equipment to process instrument sets and packs, monitoring cycle parameters, time, and temperature to ensure effective sterilization.
• Packaging sterilized instruments and equipment in accordance with packaging standards, using sterile wraps, pouches, containers, or peel packs to maintain sterility and facilitate storage.
• Labelling packages with appropriate sterilization indicators, expiration dates, and tracking information, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and departmental policies.
• Storing sterilized items in designated storage areas, maintaining inventory control, stock rotation, and organization to prevent contamination and ensure accessibility for use.
• Monitoring and documenting sterilization process parameters, biological indicator tests, and quality control checks to verify the effectiveness of sterilization cycles and compliance with standards.
• Performing routine maintenance, calibration, and performance checks on sterilization equipment, ensuring proper functioning and safety of devices.
• Maintaining accurate records of instrument processing activities, sterilization cycles, equipment maintenance, and inventory transactions in CSSD documentation systems or electronic databases.
• Maintaining the minimum and maximum stocks of CSSD consumables, following the requisition protocol from Procurement.
• Performing other professional duties as assigned.

Education

CSSD Technology Diploma

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.