CSSD Specialist

• Ensures cleaning and decontamination of equipment is followed according to recommended procedures.
• Processes instruments, equipment and supplies using appropriate methods of sterilization.
• Delivers and prepares instrumentation and surgical pack in an efficient manner.
• Ensures assembling, packing and wrapping of instruments is always practiced according to established aseptic techniques.
• Ensures that items for autoclaving are loaded into the trolley correctly.
• Familiarized with the documentation procedures related to sterilization. i.e. biological indicator monitoring, sterilization cycle records etc. 
• Completes maintenance forms required for the repair of defective equipment.
• Adheres to department procedures for accurate monitoring, tracking and record keeping.
• Performs function tests in washers and sterilizers. i.e. Bowie-Dick test, biological monitoring.
• Reports a positive (+) biological test result done after 24 hours to the Infection Control Supervisor; this will be confirmed after performing two consecutive (+) positive tests in the sterilizers.
• Operates equipment and machines in CSSD safely and efficiently.
• Manages time and resources available in a cost-effective manner.
• Ensures to maintain a work area conducive for processing and handling items according to CSSD standards.
• Undertakes other duties as may be required, from time to time, assigned by the Director/or Supervisor of Infection Control.
• Aware of the standard precautions for infection control and implements the IC guidelines in his/ her day to day activities.
• Generates & submit reports about CSSD performance on monthly basis to the Infection Supervisor.
• Participates and supports quality improvement and patient safety activities as an individual or with multidisciplinary teams.
• Performs the duties necessary to support and achieve accreditation and assures that facility is in compliance with all government, local laws, and accreditation standards in relation to healthcare.

• Knowledge in Medical Procurement, storage and inventory control and the use of medical equipment either in single or combination.
• Knowledge of operating room procedures and aseptic technique.
• Knowledge in computerized inventory management.  
• Basic knowledge of Infection Control principles related to cleaning, disinfection. and sterilization.
• Knowledge of internal and external regulations and procedures for collection, decontamination and sterilization of supplies, equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of applicable sanitary, infection control, and safety standards sufficient to be able to perform assignments within safety parameters.
• Good verbal and written communication skills both Arabic and English.
• Organizational skills.
• Leadership skills, report and budget preparation.
• Bachelor's Degree in Science or any medical related field e.g. Microbiology, Biology .

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