CSSD Supervisor at Mediclinic

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

• To manage the operations in the Centralised Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) and ensure that adequate, functional and sterile medical devices are provided to the operating rooms and other departments in the hospital.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Oversee the day-to-day processes of the department
• Manage the resources in the department
• To identify, address and report departmental risks

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Level 3 Hospital: Diploma or Degree in Nursing and Post Graduate Certificate/ Diploma in Perioperative Nursing or Diploma in Operating Department Assistance

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Level 3 Hospital: 3-Years’ post qualification experience of which 2 years must be in a Theatre environment

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Infection prevention and control protocols
• Reprocessing cycle of reusable medical devices
• Knowledge of Medico-legal risks
• Stock control principles and practices
• Inventory management
• Knowledge of relevant statutory requirements and accreditation standards
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office)