CSSD Assistant

<p><b>We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose.</b></p><p></p><p><b>We are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity. </b></p><p></p><p><b>Netcare invites you to be part of our journey.</b></p><p></p><p></p>ROLE SUMMARY<br><br>The CSSD assistant is responsible for the execution of procedures and tasks to clean, prepare, pack and sterilize unsterile instruments, linen and consumables and to supply sterile requirements to theatre and other auxiliary departments in the hospital.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b>KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES</b></p><p><br /><b>DISRUPTIVE INNOVATION</b><br /><br /><b>Execution of procedures</b><br />• Fold and Pack linen in the correct manner for sterilization.<br />• Wash and care for instruments according to the correct procedure.<br />• Pack instrument sets and loose articles in the prescribed manner for sterilization.<br />• Ensure that all required instruments for procedures are sterile and ready for utilization.</p><p></p><p><b>TRANSFORMATION OF OUR SOCIETY</b><br /><br /><b>Teamwork</b><br />• Actively participate as a member of a team to achieve goals</p><p></p><p><b>Personal and professional development</b><br />• Active involvement in own professional development to maintain a satisfactory level of skill and knowledge<br />• Keep up to date with Netcare’s evolving policies and procedures</p><p></p><p><b>Build and maintain stakeholder relationships</b><br />• Work effectively and co-operatively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial.<br />• Develop collaborative relationships to help accomplish work goal VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS</p><p></p><p><b>SKILLS PROFILE</b></p><p></p><p><b>EDUCATION</b></p><p>Essential</p><p>Matric <span>or equivalent NQF level 4 qualification</span></p><ul><li></li><li>CSSD Certificate (advantageous)</li><li>Knowledge of Infection Control &amp; Prevention</li><li>Knowledge of safety hazards in CSSD and Theatre</li><li>Understanding of different instruments</li></ul><p></p><p><b>WORK EXPERIENCE</b></p><p>Preferred</p><ul><li>Relevant experience in the nursing discipline would be an advantage </li><li>experience in CSSD</li></ul><p></p><p><b>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</b></p><p>In the event of any physical or psychological limitation that may impair the employee’s ability to perform the required job function, the employee must consult the employer for reasonable accommodation.</p><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left !important">Join the team committed to providing the best and safest health and care.</p>