Autoclave Machine Operator

• Career level: Mid Level(3-5 years)
• Skills: Machine operating
• Experience: ['1-3 years']

 The Autoclave Machine Operator at Teklehaimanot General Hospital plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of surgical procedures. This full-time position is designed for a detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in sterilization practices and equipment operation. The Autoclave Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and effective sterilization of medical instruments, collaborating with surgical and nursing teams, and maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols. The role requires a commitment to excellence in the healthcare sector, ensuring optimal safety for patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sterilization & Operation: Operate and monitor autoclave machines (steam, chemical, or plasma) to sterilize surgical instruments, linens, and other medical equipment according to established protocols.
• Instrument Preparation: Properly clean, inspect, assemble, and package instruments and supplies before sterilization, ensuring all items are free of debris and damage.
• Monitoring & Documentation: Continuously monitor sterilization cycles, including temperature, pressure, and time; record all parameters and maintain accurate sterilization logs.
• Quality Control: Perform routine biological and chemical indicator testing to verify sterilization efficacy; report any malfunctions or failed tests immediately.
• Equipment Maintenance: Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checks on autoclave machines; troubleshoot minor issues and coordinate with biomedical engineering for repairs.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all hospital safety, infection control, and hazardous materials protocols; ensure proper handling and disposal of contaminated items.
• Communication: Liaise effectively with operating room staff, nursing units, and central supply to ensure timely delivery of sterile instruments and supplies.
• Inventory & Support: Assist in maintaining inventory of sterilization supplies and ensure proper storage of sterile items to prevent contamination.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Certificate in Sterile Processing, Medical Technology, or a related field.
• Certification in Central Sterile Processing (CRCST) or equivalent is mandatory.
• Certification in BLS (Basic Life Support) is highly desirable.
• Minimum 1 years of experience in a hospital sterilization department; autoclave operation experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control standards and sterilization principles.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of sterilization principles and autoclave operation.
• Assess and interpret sterilization indicators, equipment readings, and load parameters to make informed decisions.
• Develop and implement individualized sterilization protocols based on instrument type and department needs.
• Conduct training sessions for staff on new sterilization procedures and equipment technologies.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to address challenges and optimize sterilization workflow.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, infection control standards, and best practices.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of sterilization cycles and adjust as necessary.
• Facilitate effective communication among multidisciplinary teams in the operating room and central supply.
• Operate autoclave machines and handle instruments and supplies as per established protocols.
• Maintain accurate and thorough sterilization records in compliance with legal standards.

Desired Skills:

• Establish clear communication channels for effective instrument and supply follow-up.
• Demonstrate attentiveness and active listening when coordinating with clinical staff.
• Provide timely updates to surgical teams on the status of sterilized equipment.
• Cultivate relationships with departments to support efficient reprocessing workflows.
• Implement feedback mechanisms to improve the sterilization and reprocessing process.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV (PDF format) along with copies of relevant documents to the HR Department.

• Location: Office No. 502, 5th Floor, Somale Tera
• Telephone: +251 11 1 56 04 92
• Mobile: +251 9 96 – 97 98 38
• Email: hr@teklehaimanothospital.com

Required Skills

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of sterilization principles and autoclave operation.
• Assess and interpret sterilization indicators, equipment readings, and load parameters to make informed decisions.
• Develop and implement individualized sterilization protocols based on instrument type and department needs.
• Conduct training sessions for staff on new sterilization procedures and equipment technologies.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to address challenges and optimize sterilization workflow.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, infection control standards, and best practices.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of sterilization cycles and adjust as necessary.
• Facilitate effective communication among multidisciplinary teams in the operating room and central supply.
• Operate autoclave machines and handle instruments and supplies as per established protocols.
• Maintain accurate and thorough sterilization records in compliance with legal standards.

Desired Skills

• Establish clear communication channels for effective instrument and supply follow-up.
• Demonstrate attentiveness and active listening when coordinating with clinical staff.
• Provide timely updates to surgical teams on the status of sterilized equipment.
• Cultivate relationships with departments to support efficient reprocessing workflows.
• Implement feedback mechanisms to improve the sterilization and reprocessing process.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV (PDF format) along with copies of relevant documents to the HR Department.

• Location: Office No. 502, 5th Floor, Somale Tera
• Telephone: +251 11 1 56 04 92
• Mobile: +251 9 96 – 97 98 38
• Email: hr@teklehaimanothospital.com