Cssd Technician

Mediclinic Limpopo; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Polokwane is looking for a CSSD Technician to ensure the provision of sterilized instrument sets and packs for the operating theatre. Responsibilities include patient safety, equipment maintenance, and adherence to Infection Prevention and Control standards. Applicants should have a Grade 12 qualification, and while no experience is required, 2 years as a CSSD Technician is desired.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 required.
• CSSD CPD course desired.
• At least 2 years experience as CSSD Technician desired.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety by providing adequate, sterile and functional equipment on time.
• Ensure optimal care and maintenance of capital equipment to minimize clinical and financial risks.
• Ensure cost-effective use of pharmaceutical stock to meet daily requirements.
• Meet Infection Prevention and Control standards according to policies and procedures.

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

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 minimize 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