CSSD Specialist | Medical Sterilization

Duties & Responsibilities:Comply with CBAHI Standards, Public Health Authority, MOH, and other relevant regulations.Ensure the functionality of the sterilizer for appropriate disinfection process.Appropriate maintenance of sterilization records including, but not limited to, sterilization time, temperature, pressure, load list, daily function test, spore test results, lot number and name of operator.Facilitate availability of personal protective equipment during decontamination such as heavy-duty gloves, waterproof aprons, facemask, plastic durable boots and goggles or face shield.Ensure maintenance of negative pressure in decontamination area & positive pressure in clean and storage area.Contribute to and comply with the policies for equipment decontamination in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines.Implement policies and procedures regarding reprocessing of single use items that defines the following, but not limited to; items that can be reused, patients and conditions for reuse of single-use items, measures taken to ensure safety and integrity including testing and maintenance by biomedical engineering.Develop unit disinfection schedules that lists all environmental surfaces to be cleaned accordingly.Develop policies for food storage such as maintenance of sanitary conditions, separate clean/dirty utility areas & food refrigerators to be only used for food storage.Devise policies and procedures on pest control that addresses the regular schedule for pest control, chemical list, MSDS, time and place of exposure.Implement a program for safe disposal of medical waste.Ensure temperature maintenance & sterilization of morgue for preservation of dead bodies.Facilitate the availability of adequate number of hands washing facilities in each area.Develop policies for sterilization of waste containers including, but not limited to; garbage containers are adequate in number and sterilized accordingly.Direction for the availability of disposable & sterilized linens in the units.Develops procedures for contaminated supplies retrieval and sterile supplies delivery in the units.Ensure preparing and delivering all necessary equipment and instruments for surgeries, examinations, medical procedures and medical carts.Monitoring the sterilization process of instruments & equipment.Develop procedures for preparation of surgical goods and instrumentation for sterilization.Devise policies for water/air sterility testing & maintenance of test records.Perform routine safety checks and tests on sterilizer and/or equipment while recording data correctly and reporting any discrepancies.Document accidents and incidents accurately in accordance with the accreditation standards.Ensure that all items are sterilized using the most appropriate sterilization method & complete documentation is maintained for all items sterilized.Utilize appropriate cleaning detergents and agents for disinfection processes.Devise policies for the use of chemical & biological indicators monitoring systems appropriately.Ensure packaging and wrapping of instruments is always carried out in accordance with recommended practices.All relevant tests and monitoring requirements are carried out when required with appropriate documentation.Inspect all instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage before & after sterilization.Ensure all staff entering the area adhere to occupational safety and health requirements.Monitor sterilization procedures and ensure compliance with accepted sterilization methods, principles, standards and regulations.Qualification & Experience Requirements:Bachelor's degree in CSSD Technology or relevant.Current Registration in the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.Minimum 5 years of experience in a hospital environment, including an extensive background in CCSD department with specific involvement in quality and patient safety activities.Skills and Competencies:Knowledge of regulations established by Saudi Commission for Health Specialties related to health-care practices.Demonstrate and promote exemplary documentation skills.Comprehensive knowledge of quality assurance practices.Experience in developing policies & procedure to ensure effective management.General overview of infections, health hazards and safety protocols at healthcare setting.Skills to operate technology equipment and web application software related to the position.Effective managerial, administrative and abilities.Broad knowledge of CSSD principles, standards and practices.