CSSD Technician

Job Description

Plans, organizes, coordinates the activities of decontamination, cleaning, assembling and packaging and selecting correct process (steam or chemical sterilization) to ensure integrity and prevent damage to rigid instruments, power instruments, flexible scope and any surgical instrument being used.  Sterile processing and the storage and distribution of supplies utilized in patient care areas both in-patient and out-patient. 

Responsibilities

• Performs all functions of CSSD.

• Establishes and ensures the implementation of CSSD policies and procedures.

• Ensures instruments and equipment are cleaned and decontaminated according to established guidelines policies and procedures. 

• Directs and supervises activities of CSSD assistants relating to the operation of washer/disinfectors and other related equipment.

• Ensures instruments sets are standardized, sterilized and in good working condition according to hospital policies and procedures. 

• Develops and coordinates with the Education Department in the orientation of new staff according to orientation program and hospital policies and procedures.

• Assesses CSSD supply needs and establishes a standard CSSD inventory.

• Monitors documents and reports effectiveness of sterilizers.

• Notifies appropriate departments of malfunction of equipment or lack of supplies.

• Develops, coordinates and participates in routine educational programs and staff meeting to facilitate professional growth and quality patient care.

• Monitors compliance with policy and procedure.

• Coordinates with the PI Nurse for any PI activities.

• Any other assigned responsibilities on a need basis as identified by the Head of the    

                            Department.

Qualifications

1. Certification of training from an approved institute of CSSD technicians or Diploma   in Nursing.
2. Required experience 2 years in relevant area in absence of formal course. 
3. Current license in country of origin with DOH license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
4. Must be fluent in spoken and written English, Arabic speaking desirable but not essential.
5. Demonstrates good organizational and communication skill