Sterilisation Operator Production (Cssd)
PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE
Overview
The Sterilisation Operator Production (CSSD) at Tygerberg Hospital is responsible for the effective application of sterilisation processes and techniques. The incumbent promotes and adheres to infection control and health and safety regulations, checks, decontaminates, packs, and sterilises instruments, linen, and supplies. They will assist with cleaning and testing sterilisation equipment and ensure optimal working conditions by maintaining equipment and managing stock levels effectively. To apply for this position, please submit your application online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click 'online applications').
Requirements
- Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/ Grade 9 (Std 7)
- Appropriate experience in a Central Sterilization Service Department
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a cooperative way within a team context
- Basic understanding of disinfection, decontamination, and sterilisation
- Willingness to work shifts including weekends, public holidays and night duty
- Willingness to rotate within the CSSD department
Responsibilities
- Effective application of sterilisation processes and techniques
- Promote/adhere to infection control as well as health and safety regulations
- Check, decontaminate, pack and sterilise instruments, linen and supplies
- Assist with cleaning and testing of sterilisation equipment, disinfectant washers and autoclaves
- Lift and push heavy equipment
- Maintain equipment in an optimum working condition and utilise resources
- Ensure surgical instrument trays are packed and marked correctly
- Monitor, control and maintain adequate stock levels
- Report and assist with the investigation of lost instruments/equipment
How to apply
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