Instrument Technician Assistant(280)

Alexandra Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Singapore is seeking an Instrument Technical Assistant responsible for the sterile processing of surgical instruments. The role involves receiving, decontaminating, and distributing surgical items, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety. Candidates should possess relevant technical qualifications and experience, along with good interpersonal skills. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• ITE in Engineering or relevant technical credentials required.
• Experience as Instrument Technical Assistant or in CSSD/TSSU preferred.
• Good command of written English and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, decontaminate, inspect, pack, sterilize, and distribute surgical items.
• Load and operate washer-disinfectors and sterilizers.
• Perform inventory of sterile linen and surgical consumables.

Skills

Inter-personal skills

Supervisory skills

Written English

Microsoft Office

Education

ITE in Engineering

WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare Support (Sterilisation Services)

Job description

Overview

The job holder is responsible to provide sterile and reusable surgical instrument and equipment by demonstrating competence in all aspects of sterile processing: Receiving, sorting, decontamination, inspection, packaging, sterilization, storage and distribution of the sterile items to operation theatres, SOC, in-patient wards and procedural rooms.

Job Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities (80%):

• Receive, sort, decontaminate, inspect, pack, sterilize, storage and distribute surgical items

• Load and operate washer-disinfectors, dryers, ultrasonic washer and sterilizers

• Perform and evaluate sterilizer test indicators

• Perform inventory of all sterile linen and surgical consumables supplies

• Issue sterile supplies to all ORs

• Perform cleaning of TSSU storage area

• Demonstrate proper use and care of equipment

• Report defective equipment and take appropriate action To repair or replace

• Identify and notifies In-charge of instruments that need To be repaired/ replaced

• Ensure daily cleaning of Decom area

• Facilitate smooth running of activities within the TSSU

• Communicate and handover essential information and critical events To colleagues in-charge

Secondary Responsibilities (20%):

• Participate in clinical and service quality activities as required

• Demonstrate awareness of current health care practices

Requirements

• ITE in Engineering, relevant technical credentials or WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare Support (Sterilisation Services)

• Preferable with working experience as Instrument Technical Assistant or relevant experience in CSSD/ TSSU

• Possess good inter-personal and supervisory skills

• Good command of written English and Simple Knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Apply via https://www.jobstreet.com.sg/en/companies/1227244-alexandra-hospital/jobs Or send your updated resume To [e-mail]

• ITE in Engineering, relevant technical credentials or WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare Support (Sterilisation Services)

• Preferable with working experience as Instrument Technical Assistant or relevant experience in CSSD/ TSSU

• Possess good inter-personal and supervisory skills

• Good command of written English and Simple Knowledge of Microsoft Office

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