CSSD Assistant
- Function
- Nursing
- Facility
- Life Bay View Private Hospital
- Position
- CSSD Assistant
- Introduction
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A vacancy exists for a CSSD Assistant based at Life Bay View Hospital, reporting to the Theatre Unit Manager, Lettie Swanepoel. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the correct packing and sterilization of instrument sets and linen packs for theatre and doctors’ rooms in accordance with Company infection control standards.
- Critical Outputs
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Preparing sufficient instrument sets conforming to company standards
- To ensure the correct application of sterile indicators and autoclave for maximum steam penetration
- To check and prepare sets for sterilization
- To control sufficient instrument sets
Preparing sufficient linen sets conforming to company standards.
- To conduct regular daily checks on linen levels and ensure there is sufficient linen available
- Comple, sterilize and tore linen packs and implement corrective action to problem areas.
Ensure functional, maintained equipment according to legislative requirements.
- Conduct chemical, biological and mechanical checks in accordance with manufacturers specifications.
- Document test results
- Check and maintain heat sealing machine and clean washers in accordance with company specifications
- Ensure the full function and maintenance of the flash autoclave
- Requirements
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- CSSD experience and training will be an advantage.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new processes.
- High levels of energy, enthusiasm, and initiative.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to anticipate needs and take proactive action.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Prepared to work flexible hours.
- Competencies
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- Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
- Resilience
- Engaging diversity
- Verbal & written communication and presentation
- Ethical behavior
- Building relationships
- Customer responsiveness
- Organisational awareness
- Recruitment.Bayview@lifehealthcare.co.za
- Closing date
- Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.