CSSD Technicians
Dukhan, Qatar
UNIVERSAL STAFFING SERVICES, INC.
DMW License No: DMW-040-LB-03072023-R5477 Boyle Street, Palanan Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines
8-833-6869
Principal / Employer
Hamad Medical Corporation
Qualifications
Male or Female23 Years Old and AboveMinimum of 3 Years ExperienceAt Least Bachelor's / College DegreeThis job has no placement fee.
Summary of Qualifications
A Diploma in Allied Medical course from a reputed institution is essential (Degree is preferred) Minimum of 3 years experience as a CSSD Technician Knowledge of principles and methods of sterilization systems Excellent command of the English language - both verbal and written communication skills
Position Summary
Within the mission, vision and values of Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and the department of CSSD. Responsible for the daily activities of sterilization, decontamination, manual issue of products and data entry through inventory systems and for patient care equipment used by Nursing and Surgery areas. Maintaining high standards for decontamination, assembly, inspecting, wrapping and sterilization of surgical instruments and medical equipment for surgical Services and all clinical departments. This included working in conjunction with the OR staff to provide timely sterile products, trays and case carts where applicable.
Principal Accountabilities:
Supervise the arrangements of Supplies and equipment in the CSSD as directed by Supervisor
Supervise personnel assigned to the various subsections.
Direct the work of personnel assigned and ensure that supplies and equipment to be sterilized are properly cleaned and prepared in packs as necessary.
Understands and utilizes computers for generating data and requisitioning goods.
Perform area cleaning by sanitizing workstation at the end of each shift.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested.
Maintain detailed lists of various trays and their components.
Requests instruments and repairs to insure routine instrument trays are maintained at all times
Responsible for the operational activities of CSSD throughout the particular shift to which assigned.
Receives and resends all surgical instruments trays/sets and reports about missing and damaged instruments to the supervisors.
Lifting, standing, pushing, pulling heavy instruments and case cart
Decontamination:
Follows Universal Precautions by wearing the appropriate protective attire while working in the Decontamination area.
Decontaminate surgical instruments and other medical equipment as needed by keeping a continuous flow of moving thru the process.
Utilize appropriate cleaning detergents and agents by reading directions and MSDS sheets
Follow manufacturer instructions when dealing with reusable equipment i.e. power equipment, delicate and complex items.
Assembly:
Inspects all instruments for cleanliness, proper function, and breakage by viewing the instruments before assembly.
Assemble surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings.
Wraps or pouches items according to size and type of instruments or equipment following established protocols.
Sterilization:
Challenge the sterilization process by using internal, external Chemical Indicator & Biological Indicators monitoring systems appropriately
Monitor, read, document and interpret all parameters for steam sterilizer to ensure proper function
Sterilize instruments and surgical trays by following prescribed policies and procedures
Process and produce sterile items according to standard
Sterile Store/Dispatching:
Distributes all sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipments upon request or case cart requisition.
Picks Surgical Case Carts by following established Surgeons Preference Cards or Procedural Pick list/requisition.
Experience and Qualification
Minimum Education: Higher Secondary school Certificate plus Central processing Technician Certificate from recognize Institution
Preferred Education: Certified surgical instrument technician Course after completing High school.
Minimum Experience: 3 years experience in the same specific field
Computer Skills: Basic of Computer knowledge
Required Certification or Licensure or Registration:
Language Skills: English Intermediate, Arabic Basic
Key Competencies:
Problem Solving / Decision Making:
Investigates sterilization challenges, identifies concerns, and consults with supervision as needed.