فنية تعقيم – Sterilization Technician

Responsibilities and Duties

• Clean, prepare, and sterilize medical instruments and equipment in accordance with approved procedures and standards.
• Receive, sort, and prepare used medical instruments and supplies for cleaning and sterilization.
• Operate sterilization equipment and monitor sterilization cycles according to approved operating procedures.
• Verify the effectiveness of sterilization processes using chemical and biological indicators in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare and package medical instruments and equipment prior to sterilization in a manner that ensures their safety and maintains sterility.
• Store sterilized instruments and supplies in an organized and safe manner.
• Monitor the validity and integrity of sterilized items and ensure they are protected from contamination.
• Prepare and distribute sterilized instruments to different departments according to their needs.
• Strictly adhere to infection prevention and control and occupational safety procedures when handling contaminated instruments.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the sterilization area and work equipment.
• Accurately document sterilization processes, cycles, tests, and required records.
• Report any malfunction of sterilization equipment or any issue that may affect the safety and effectiveness of the sterilization process.
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures and infection prevention and control standards.
• Perform any other related duties within the scope of practice according to the needs of the department.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience in a Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) or infection prevention and control.
• Good knowledge of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization methods for medical instruments.
• Ability to operate and monitor various sterilization equipment.
• Strict adherence to infection prevention and control and occupational safety procedures.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and under pressure.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and a strong sense of responsibility when handling medical instruments.
• Willingness to work shifts according to the hospital’s needs.