Job Title: Sterilization
Technician (2)
Location: Likoni sub county of Mombasa
Length of contract: 3 months probationary contract with
possibility of extension
MSF Switzerland (MSFCH) is a
humanitarian medical organization providing emergency medical aid to
populations in need.
The objective of the
activities is to increase access to quality maternal & neonatal health care
services to contribute in improving maternal and newborn outcomes.
Main Tasks include, but not limited to:
Main Tasks include, but not limited to:
- Know and strictly
apply all specific sterilization and hygiene protocols and security rules.
Proactively seek for advice and clarifications from the functional
supervisor in case of doubt about the specific protocol or procedure to
follow in each specific case.
- Maintain clean
and disinfected the work environment allocated to his/her position
applying the specific protocols and using the tools and equipment
provided:
1. Clean
all instruments in the sterilization solution as directed.
2. Place
instruments into the sterilizer and operate at the correct time as instructed.
3. Ensure
a clean and safe working environment.
4. Ensure
a reserve of 0.1% and 0.5% chlorine solution at all time
- Maintain clean
and organized the sterilization area/room and equipment
1. Recognize
all instruments as per the provided diagrams
2. Organize
all instruments for packaging
3. Pack
the instruments according to the sets as directed by the supervisor
4. Label
all sets correctly with the expiry date clearly indicated
5. Cycle
packs to unit(s) based on soonest to expire.
6. Maintain
sterilization tag log book for each autoclave cycle.
7. Perform
regular routine inventory/consumption and ordering in conjunction with supply
and/or pharmacy for materials and supplies
8. arrange
instruments according to their expiration date, etc)
- Deliver the
instruments to the different wards or departments.
- Collect and
evacuate waste produced during sterilization process and by medical
structures to the designated site, empty out dustbins as often as
necessary to ensure an efficient quality of care and safe environment.
- Report any
repair or maintenance work needed related to sterilization to the
supervisor, as well as any relevant information related to his/her
responsibilities.
- Ensure
availability of sterilized instruments and material, and draw up orders for
on-going needs.
- Ensure there
are adequate packs sterilized for night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Keep good
record of all instruments in sterilization and report any missing
instrument to the supervisor.
- Clean the
Autoclave by removing the lime deposit using water and vinegar, once per
month
Requirements:
- Literacy
(reading and writing). Internally trained by MSF desirable (MSF will train
before starting). OT training desirable.
- Previous
experience in relevant positions desirable. .
- Local language
and Mission language essential.
- Results,
Teamwork, Flexibility, Commitment, Stress Management, Service
- Literacy
(reading and writing). Internally trained by MSF desirable (MSF will train
before starting). OT training desirable.
How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV, motivation letter,
copies of certificates/diplomas and current registration documents to http://www.uhired.me/e/job/58 before 6th January 2017.
We apologize that due to the volume of application we receive; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
(MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fee)
We apologize that due to the volume of application we receive; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
(MSF is an equal Employer and does not charge any application/recruitment or training fee)
