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.