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Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics. Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do. The CSSD will work as part of the ward/department team under the supervision of registered nurses and participates in the delivery of patient care contributes towards ward/department organisation gives support to the operating theatre staff in the provision of sterile documented instruments and equipment for surgical procedures.
Job Responsibility
Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and applicable patient care equipment according to departmental and international standards
Ensure all documentation is maintained in accordance with hospital policies
Liaise in an effective and open way with all other team members and consultants to promote a team approach to support
Work within the quality system framework to meet with regulation and accreditation standards
To adhere to the clean room discipline policy
Report any defects in equipment or equipment relevant to the department, to the supervisor
Report relevant information verbally and in writing to appropriate personnel
Respond appropriately to customer/colleague requests and questions
Communicate appropriately with colleagues and other members of the health care team
Recognise self-limitations and seek assistance
Attend and contribute in staff meetings and team briefing
Communicate in a manner that avoids antagonism, reduces conflict and prevents undue anxiety
To attend and contribute to appropriate group meetings with other hospitals
At all times treating patients with dignity and respect, exercising discretion and maintaining their confidentiality
Participating in discussion about patient care and ward/departmental development, including handover and team meetings
Undertaking a range of administrative and clerical tasks associated with patient care to facilitate the smooth running of the ward/department
Maintaining and controlling stock, equipment and materials related to patient care in order to facilitate the efficient and effective use of resources and ensure that patient areas are kept tidy
Complying with the policies and procedures at Blackrock Clinic
Report all incidents immediately, which may adversely affect a patient, colleague or the Blackrock Clinic
Support the philosophy, objectives and goals of Blackrock Clinic
Observe the appropriate lines of authority
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all patients and the activities of Blackrock Clinic
Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in all areas of the hospital/clinic as required
Participates in developing and providing quality care within Blackrock Clinic
Assists in orientation of new personnel
Continue to develop personal knowledge and skills and seeks outside educational opportunities
Present a professional appearance and conform to the dress, hygiene and infection control policies of the Clinic
Requirements
Must have experience working in a CDU/CSSD environment