Instrument Technician

National Dental Centre Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

National Dental Centre Singapore seeks an Instrument Technician for their Central Sterile Supply Department. The candidate will handle decontamination, sterilisation, and distribution of medical instruments, ensuring top infection control standards.

Responsibilities include operating sterilisation equipment, conducting quality checks, and supervising junior staff. Ideal candidates will have the relevant diploma or equivalent experience in sterile processing.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in sterile processing or central supply operations for 4 years is required.
• Completion of Sterilization Services Training Course by Alice Lee IAN or CSSD Course.
• Knowledge of sterilisation techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, sterilise, and distribute medical instruments while ensuring infection control.
• Operate automated sterilisation equipment and conduct quality inspections.
• Communicate with clinical areas and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Knowledge of infection control principles

Good command of written English

Basic IT proficiency

Education

Diploma in Engineering

GCE 'N' level / NITEC equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an Instrument Technician to join our Central Sterile Supply Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the decontamination, sterilisation, and distribution of medical instruments and equipment, ensuring the highest standards of infection control and patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

Decontamination and Processing

• Practice Standard Precautions and wear appropriate PPE when handling contaminated instruments
• Receive, sort, and disassemble complex specialty instrumentation including robotic instruments, powered tools, and flexible endoscopes
• Operate automated endoscope reprocessors, washer‑disinfectors, and ultrasonic equipment
• Conduct quality inspections ensuring instrument cleanliness, completeness, and functionality

Sterilisation and Packaging

• Sort, assemble, and pack specialty instrumentation according to established protocols
• Load packages for sterilisation and document all indicators and parameters
• Verify sterilisation processes and store instrument sets according to FIFO standards

Distribution and Inventory Management

• Issue instruments accurately to clinical areas
• Monitor stock levels and initiate fast‑track processes for urgent requirements
• Validate instrument set completeness and integrity prior to issuing

Quality Assurance and Maintenance

• Perform quality checks including ATP tests, Bowie Dick tests, and Biological Indicator tests
• Conduct routine equipment maintenance and dryness tests
• Monitor Critical Water System and document all quality assurance activities

Communication and Supervision

• Communicate with team members, operating theatres, and other departments
• Handle telephone enquiries and provide appropriate advice
• Supervise and train junior staff including Instrument Technician Associates

Requirements

• Diploma in Engineering or
• GCE "N" level/ NITEC equivalent with Sterilization Services Training course by Alice Lee IAN/ CSSD Course by Infection Control Association Singapore/ Equivalent with 4 years relevant experience in sterile processing or central supply operations
• Knowledge of infection control principles and sterilisation techniques
• Good command of written English
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic IT proficiency