CSSD Technician Day Clinic

Mediclinic Group; Wellington; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Africa is seeking a CSSD Technician for their day clinic in Wellington. The position involves ensuring that all surgical instruments are sterilized and functional, adhering to strict infection control standards. Applicants should at least have a Grade 12 education and ideally possess 2 years of experience in a similar role. This on-site position is permanent, emphasizing efficient equipment usage and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 qualification is a must.
• 2 years experience as CSSD Technician desired.
• Familiarity with infection prevention and control principles is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide adequate, sterile, and functional equipment on time.
• Ensure optimal care and maintenance of capital equipment.
• Utilize pharmaceutical stock effectively in daily operations.
• 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

CSSD Technician – Day Clinic

Recruiter: Helena Van Der Merwe | Reference: 67073 | Closing date: 29/01/2026 | Positions: 1 | Workplace: On-site | Permanent | Job Type: Administration

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE 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 standardized workflow processes to minimize risks.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Grade 12

DESIRED EDUCATION

CSSD CPD course

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

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.

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.

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