CSSD Technician

Mediclinic Group; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Africa is seeking an entry-level CSSD Technician. The role involves ensuring patient safety by providing adequate, sterile, and functional equipment for the operating theatre. Candidates must hold at least a Grade 12 qualification, with a CSSD CPD course as a beneficial addition. No minimum experience is required, though two years as a CSSD Technician is desired. The position offers a permanent, on-site workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is essential for this position.
• CSSD CPD course is desired.
• No minimum experience is required, but ideally 2 years as a CSSD Technician.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety by providing sterile and functional equipment on time.
• Maintain capital equipment to minimize risks.
• Ensure cost-effective use of pharmaceutical stock for daily requirements.
• Meet Infection Prevention and Control standards.
• Adhere to standardized workflow processes.

Skills

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Stock control processes

Knowledge of personal and environmental hygiene

Knowledge of IPC protocols and principles

Knowledge of the CSSD basic functions

Education

Grade 12

CSSD CPD course

Job description

Important Notice:
Mediclinic wants to alert candidates that third parties are from time to time fraudulently advertising vacancies at Mediclinic and / or offering employment contracts with subsequent payment instructions to accounts linked to the fraudulent activity. Please note that Mediclinic will never request payment for an application or offer made. All official vacancies are advertised on the Mediclinic career website and candidates are advised to visit the site to confirm the validity of vacancies.

CSSD Technician

Closing date: 18/12/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Nhlanhla Samaria Mahlangu
Reference number: 65585
Workplace Type: On‑site
Job type: Permanent

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To provide adequate, functional and sterilized instrument sets and packs to the operating theatre and other nursing units in the hospital.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Ensure patient safety by providing adequate, sterile and functional equipment on time.
• Ensure optimal care and maintenance of capital equipment to minimise clinical and financial risks.
• Ensure cost‑effective use of pharmaceutical stock to meet the daily requirements of the operating theatre and other nursing units.
• Ensure Infection Prevention and Control standards are met according to policies and procedures.
• Adhere to standardised workflow processes in order to minimise risks.

Required Education

• ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Grade 12
• DESIRED EDUCATION: CSSD CPD course

Required Experience

• ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
• DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 2 years experience as CSSD Technician

Required Job Skills And Knowledge

• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Stock control processes
• Knowledge of personal and environmental hygiene
• Knowledge of IPC protocols and principles
• Knowledge of the CSSD basic functions

NOTE: Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile.