CSSD Specialist

About Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group

Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group (HMG) is the largest provider of comprehensive medical services in the Middle East, with a vision to be a globally trusted healthcare provider known for medical excellence and patient experience. The group is committed to developing and operating state-of-the-art medical facilities and delivering innovative healthcare services, from initial planning and design through implementation, operation, and accreditation.

About the CSSD Specialist Role

The CSSD Specialist is responsible for performing routine and basic technical tasks within the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD). This role requires strict adherence to JCIA/CBAHI Standards across all processes, including documentation, sterilization, packaging, storage, and distribution of sterile items, as well as the reception of contaminated items from various assigned areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive contaminated items from designated areas.
• Decontaminate items manually and mechanically using ultrasonic cleaners or automated cart washers.
• Assemble and pack instrument sets using appropriate materials and techniques.
• Label prepared packages correctly.
• Load and unload sterilizers properly.
• Perform daily sterilizer testing, including warm-up cycles, Bowie and Dick tests, Spore tests, and leak tests.
• Store sterilized sets and items appropriately.
• Transport and deliver sterile packages to units in a proper manner.
• Perform disinfecting processes as required by policy and procedure.
• Adhere to infection control requirements by consistently using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Demonstrate understanding of asepsis principles throughout all processing stages.
• Demonstrate understanding of quality control through the use of chemical indicators.
• Report unusual incidents, missing, broken, or damaged instruments, and out-of-order machines to the immediate supervisor.
• Participate in conducting education and training sessions.
• Act as CSSD Supervisor during their absence and assist in evaluating and monitoring staff performance.
• Perform all delegated tasks assigned by the Supervisor within the scope of competency.
• Participate in person-centered care initiatives undertaken by HMG and enrich patient experience with compassion, respect, and dignity.
• Perform other applicable tasks and duties assigned within the realm of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: 0-1 year in a relevant field.
• Adherence to JCIA / CBAHI Standards.

• Ability to handle and operate the following equipment:

  • Ultrasonic Machine
  • * Incubator
  • Washer Disinfector
  • Sealing Device
  • Steam Sterilizer

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Makkah, with opportunities in both Jeddah and Makkah. The role operates within a medical group committed to high standards of patient care and operational excellence.