Technician - CSSD

Job description / Role

Technician - CSSD - Aster Hospital, Al Qusais (Br. Of Aster DM Healthcare FZC)

Duties and Responsibilities

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

- The accurate and timely provision of Sterile Services procedures and processes, to ensure all equipment / packs are provided in a safe condition for use on patients.
- To provide a distribution service to all wards and departments - correct - timely - economical.

SCOPE:

- Provides professional sterilization services to Hospital
- Work is performed on any shift, as required in the CSSD department of Hospital
- Hours are as assigned and may include on call.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

ZONE I - Receiving and Washing

Includes:

- Collection of used equipment from users
- Checking instrument / sets on return from users to ensure all items are present and in a good condition.
- Reporting any item missing immediately to the supervisor and user.
- Recording any incident of missing equipment or complaint into department diary.
- Ensuring equipment stays together for traceability process
- Identify equipment which can not go through the machinery and ensure it is traceable through other processes
- Hand washing of delicate or difficult to clean equipment
- Use of appropriate cleaning brushes and chemicals
- Restocking chemicals to the machines and working areas
- Cleaning of tables and machinery - loaders & carriages etc
- Use of computer tracking system for equipment.
- Use of all machinery for the cleaning of equipment.
- Use of air & water guns in the cleaning of equipment.
- Removal of clinical waste / used - returned linen - to collection area
- Communicating faults in area of machinery and structure to status board and informing the estates help desk
- Requesting replenishment stocks - chemicals - gloves - etc
- Replace chemicals to machines
- Decant residual chemical into same batch container for use in machines

ZONE II - ASSEMBLY & PACKING

Includes:

- Processing of equipment through clean room procedures
- Inspecting equipment for cleanliness - workable -damage or deterioration of materials
- Request replacement item when needed
- Process equipment into the correct set (traceability)
- Wrapping and labelling of equipment using the appropriate packing method
- Handling trolleys to transport & transfer equipment
- Production of consumables items
- Recording all faults with instruments in regard to traceability
- Wrapping of gowns & linen packs
- Use of all machinery
- Cleaning of transfer trolleys and carriages to ensure they are clean and free from dust etc
- Carry out routine tests on heat seal machinery to ensure safe seal
- Checking of sets processed by others when requested to do so
- Cleaning down work surfaces before leaving department
- Use of computer system
- Replacing printer rolls etc to washer - disinfectors
- Checking of washer print outs to cycle number on computer plus temperatures and times. Return to office daily.
- Request consumables for the clean room
- Ensure all work is carried out correctly and in a timely manner.

ZONE III - STERILIZER AREA

Includes

- Carry out daily tests on the sterilisers at start of machines use
- Use of computer system for traceability
- Use of appropriate trolleys & carriages
- Segregation of sterilised equipment into correct containers or shelves for distribution
- Communicate faulty equipment to estates department help desk and onto status board
- Completion of decontamination certificates when required
- Lot numbering each item sterilised
- Cleaning door seal of sterilisers each day
- Keep machinery / trolleys / carriages clean and free from labels / dust etc
- Distribute on a regular basis to theatres using correct trolley
- Distribution of products to other area's using appropriate trolley
- Transfer of materials from main bulk store to sub-bulk store in the department
- Request clerical items from the office
- Keep paper topped up in the printers

ZONE IV - STERILE STORES AREA

Includes

- Materials Management system of ward / department distribution of products
- Ensure lists are followed with correct code numbers for products and exact quantities are maintained in Materials Management trolley
- Ensure correct product is situated in correct area of trolley
- Rotate materials to ensure that they do not go out of date
- Report to Materials & Systems manager any problems with the trolleys or contents
- Stock taking twice a year of complete stock of materials / packs etc
- Keeping the area tidy and products in correct places
- Use of all computer systems
- Audit use of materials in house and at user level
- Review with the user the relevant use of stock holding
- Inform Materials & Systems manager of any changes requested- provision of correct change form from users
- Checking into main stores area of orders as they arrive
- Signing delivery notes - with appropriate comments as to condition / shortfall of item

OTHER DUTIES:

- Follow all department policies and procedures
- Participation in the On Call system once proficient
- Participation in the Major Incident Call Out System - immediately
- Participation in any training relevant to the department
- To undertake training in TVQ levels and any up date to this.
- Follow all Quality Control / processes / techniques / Procedures
- Maintain a tidy and clean department
- Practice and encourage good communication
- Maintain good relations within the department and other departments
- Adhere to all Health & Safety Procedures
- Report verbally and by complete accident forms when necessary
- Follow Clinical Governance for the department
- Fill out appropriate incident forms
- Adhere to all allotted times for breaks
- Attend department meetings and be a participant
- Follow Rota's : On Call / Bank Holiday work periods / Late weeks
- Assist new starters to settle into the department
- Additional over time within the week as required and able to do so.
- Week end over time as stated on rota
- Answer telephones and door bells and assist caller
- Follow Infection Control Instructions for within the department and throughout the hospital
- Keep all shoes provided in a clean state

Requirements

Aster DM Healthcare Limited is one of the largest private healthcare service providers operating in multiple GCC states and is an emerging healthcare player in India. With an inherent emphasis on clinical excellence, we are one of the few entities in the world with a strong presence across primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary healthcare through our hospitals, clinics and pharmacies. We have over 20,000 plus dedicated employees across the geographies that we are present in, delivering a simple yet strong promise to our different stakeholders: "We'll treat you well." We reach out to all economic segments in the GCC countries through our differentiated healthcare services across the "Aster", "Medcare" and "Access" brands.

Aster Hospitals , one of the largest private healthcare service providers in GCC, aim to make a difference with our patient-centric approach to medical care and an inherent emphasis on clinical excellence. Currently, Aster Hospitals are located in 4 countries in the GCC specializing in primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare.

These include Aster Hospitals (Mankhool and Al Qusais) in UAE, Aster Al Raffah Hospitals (Muscat, Sohar and Ibri) in Oman, Aster Hospital (Doha) in Qatar and Aster Sanad Hospital (Riyadh) in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia delivering on a simple yet strong promise to its people: "We'll treat you well." Overall, Aster DM Healthcare Group has a strong presence in GCC and is an emerging healthcare provider in India with 25 hospitals, 116 clinics and 238 pharmacies manned by 20,500+ workforce (including approx. 1250 doctors on fee for service basis) from across the geographies.

About the Company

From a single medical centre to a performance-driven healthcare enterprise spread across more than 366 medical establishments, including 27 hospitals, 115 clinics and 223 pharmacies in 7 countries and growing, Aster DM Healthcare has transitioned into being the leading healthcare authority across the Middle East and India.

Currently one of the largest and fastest growing conglomerates in the MENA region, Aster DM Healthcare covers the full spectrum of healthcare services. An expansive portfolio includes hospitals and clinics, pharmacies, diagnostic centres, educational institutions, healthcare management and healthcare support systems.

Headquartered in Dubai, the Aster DM network now encompasses more than 19,657 employees( Doctors, Nurses, Others) with JCI accredited clinics and diagnostic centres.

Never content to rest on its laurels, Aster DM Healthcare is constantly seeking opportunities to set new yardsticks with advanced developments. With many more innovative and ambitious initiatives, Aster DM Healthcare has radically catalyzed the healthcare revolution across Middle East & India.

Each of the Group’s verticals is a symbol of distinction, driven by the commitment to build a healthier tomorrow and to take healthcare to the next level of excellence.