Ensures cleaning and decontamination of equipment is followed according to recommended procedures.
Processes instruments, equipment and supplies using appropriate methods of sterilization.
Delivers and prepares instrumentation and surgical pack in an efficient manner.
Ensures assembling, packing and wrapping of instruments is always practiced according to established aseptic techniques.
Ensures that items for autoclaving are loaded into the trolley correctly.
Familiarized with the documentation procedures related to sterilization. i.e. biological indicator monitoring, sterilization cycle records etc.?
Completes maintenance forms required for the repair of defective equipment.
Adheres to department procedures for accurate monitoring, tracking and record keeping.
Performs function tests in washers and sterilizers. i.e. Bowie-Dick test, biological monitoring.
Reports a positive (+) biological test result done after 24 hours to the Infection Control Supervisor; this will be confirmed after performing two consecutive (+) positive tests in the sterilizers.
Operates equipment and machines in CSSD safely and efficiently.
Manages time and resources available in a cost-effective manner.
Ensures to maintain a work area conducive for processing and handling items according to CSSD standards.
Undertakes other duties as may be required, from time to time, assigned by the Director/or Supervisor of Infection Control.
Aware of the standard precautions for infection control and implements the IC guidelines in his/ her day to day activities.
Generates & submit reports about CSSD performance on monthly basis to the Infection Supervisor.
Participates and supports quality improvement and patient safety activities as an individual or with multidisciplinary teams.
Performs the duties necessary to support and achieve accreditation and assures that facility is in compliance with all government, local laws, and accreditation standards in relation to healthcare.
