فني تعقيم - CSSD TECHNICIAN

Washes and decontaminates used instruments and equipment by following prescribed techniques.
• Maintains and operates washer/sterilizers, sonic washers, steam and gas autoclaves and other related equipment, adhering to instructions.
• Processes and maintains sterile instruments and surgical sets by adhering to adequacy of sets and correct handling techniques.
• . Collects and distributes items to and from units in a timely manner, correctly documents any shortages.
• Inspects all instruments and devices to determine that they are in good working condition.
• . Checks for and processes outdated supplies and instruments according to established procedures.
• Assists in the maintenance of efficient and adequate stock levels.
• . Ensures cleanliness and tidiness of work area and equipment.
• . Processes, maintain and handles sterile instruments and ensures that surgical sets are complete.
• Collects and distributes items to and from the units in a timely manner and correctly documents any missing or broken instruments.
• Performs routine safety checks and tests on Unit equipment and records data correctly.
• Checks for and processes outdated supplies and instruments according to the procedure.
• Assists in the maintenance of efficient and adequate stock levels.
• Maintains quality standard of service by adhering to established policies and procedures.
• Acts as mentor to new staff as and when necessary.
• . Maintains updated education by attending in-service and unit staff meetings, and offers suggestions related to improving services to units.
• Participate in TQM activities.
• Performs other applicable tasks and duties assigned within the realm of his/her knowledge, skills and abilities.

6.1. Essential: Verbal and written comprehension of the English language
6.2. Essential: Knowledge of surgical instruments.