Sterilization Technician

About the role

We are looking for a Sterilization Technician to join My Clinic’s Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD). The role involves decontaminating, sterilizing, and distributing medical instruments and equipment across our outpatient facilities in Saudi Arabia.

Key responsibilities

• Receive soiled surgical instruments and trays, perform initial decontamination using mechanical and manual cleaning methods.
• Operate automated washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and disinfection equipment to clean reusable medical devices.
• Inspect cleaned instruments for damage or wear and report issues to supervisors.
• Assemble instrument sets, surgical trays, and procedure packs according to established protocols.
• Select appropriate sterilization methods (steam, ethylene oxide, hydrogen peroxide plasma) and operate sterilizers and autoclaves, monitoring cycle parameters.
• Package sterilized items using sterile wraps, pouches, or containers, label with indicators and expiration dates.
• Store sterilized items, maintain inventory control, and ensure stock rotation.
• Document sterilization cycles, perform biological indicator tests, and conduct routine equipment maintenance and calibration.

Required profile

• CSSD Technology Diploma from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 1 year relevant experience in sterile processing.
• Registry Eligible status.

Required skills

• Operation of automated washers and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Sterilizer and autoclave operation, including steam, EtO, and plasma methods.
• Instrument inspection and assembly.
• Packaging of sterile instruments with appropriate labeling.
• Quality control procedures and biological indicator testing.
• Equipment maintenance, calibration, and performance checks.
• Use of CSSD documentation or electronic tracking systems.