We are currently recruiting for a CSSD/Sterile Services technician for a full-time and permanent opportunity. Full training will be provided for the chosen candidate.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include:
1. Receive contaminated devices, instruments and equipment in the decontamination area, ensuring to always don personal protective equipment.
2. Use chemical disinfectants and sterilants according to safety procedures.
3. Operate as per Mater Private Cork Hospital policies, procedures and guidelines, in particular health and safety, infection control, hand hygiene and moving and handling.
4. Operate the decontamination and terminal sterilization equipment, including disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, etc., and report all malfunctions or changes in the parameters.
5. Sort, inspect, assemble, and wrap or package all decontaminated items.
6. Assure proper sterility of all processed items by adhering to established sterilization procedures, including loading, unloading, storage, handling techniques and sterility assurance monitors.
7. Maintain and store all traceability documentation and apply tracking labels, if necessary.
8. Issue decontamination certificates for sterile items leaving the hospital.
9. Maintain control of traffic in all restricted areas of the department including the proper use of surgical scrub attire.
10. Undertake any other duties as delegated by the Theatre Services Manager or your line manager.
Candidate Requirements:
1. Ability to prioritise and work on own initiative.
2. Attention to detail and ability to carry out close inspection work.
3. Basic computer knowledge.
Closing date is Friday 6th December 2024.
Applications or Enquiries can be made in confidence to Laura Browne, HR Department.
Mater Private, Cork is committed to a policy of equal opportunities.
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