Central Sterilising Supplies Department (CSSD) Supervisor

Company Description

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) in partnership with King's College Hospital London (KCH) is seeking talented individuals to fill the role of Central Sterilising Supplies Department (CSSD) Supervisor.

The African Medical Centre of Excellence, Abuja (AMCE Abuja), a multi-specialty medical institution developed by Afreximbank in partnership with King's College Hospital London (KCH) aims to revolutionize healthcare in Africa. Established to address critical gaps, the AMCE Abuja is committed to providing world-class care through innovative research, development, and education. The partnership with King's College Hospital ensures global expertise, world-class clinical training, research, and professional development. The Centre will offer comprehensive services in oncology, haematology, cardiovascular care, and general healthcare across the continent, with plans for expansion. The construction phase, supported by global partners, precedes a phased rollout over six years, evolving into a 500-bed facility.

Set to commence operations in early 2025, this flagship facility in Abuja is a key part of Afreximbank’s network of healthcare facilities, actively countering brain drain, reducing medical tourism by offering advanced procedures such as stem cell transplantation and state-of-the-art treatments for various diseases, and fostering employment opportunities. The vision for the AMCE initiative is to shape a healthier and more educated future for Africa.

Applications Close

Monday, January 6, 2025.

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Central Sterilising Supplies Department (CSSD) Supervisor will be responsible for managing all aspects of cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of medical instruments within the hospital, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. The role holder will also be responsible for managing the CSSD team, implementing best practices for infection control, and maintaining a high standard of service to support hospital operations.

Core Responsibilities

Sterilisation and Reprocessing Oversight  

• Oversee sterilisation workflows, ensuring adherence to ISO 13485 and internal quality standards. Maintain consistency in sterilization cycles and identify opportunities for efficiency.
• Standardize sterilization cycle parameters (temperature, time, pressure) across all equipment and perform troubleshooting as necessary.
• Analyze and improve sterilization procedures, reviewing trends in instrument usage to ensure operational readiness and resource allocation.
• Implement infection control protocols during decontamination, including pre-cleaning, sorting, and the safe handling of instruments to avoid cross-contamination.
• Conduct regular technical skills assessments and mentor staff on decontamination protocols.

 Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Conduct internal quality audits, supporting external audits as required. Implement corrective actions promptly, with follow-up documentation.
• Conduct regular quality control tests using biological, chemical, and mechanical indicators to confirm cycle efficacy, documenting results for regulatory compliance.
• Validate and calibrate all sterilization equipment to specifications, maintaining logs for regulatory review.
• Ensure alignment with infection control standards, coordinating with the Infection Control team on preventive measures.
• Design and update SOPs for instrument processing, integrating risk management and feedback from quality audits.
• Investigate non-conformances or incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to mitigate future risk.
• Monitor equipment maintenance schedules, report malfunctions, and collaborate with the engineering team for timely repairs.

Operational Management           

• Supervise daily operations of the CSSD department, guiding the team in the safe and effective reprocessing of reusable surgical instruments, medical devices, and equipment.
• Ensure all sterilized instruments are logged for traceability, supporting inventory accuracy and operational accountability.
• Oversee the preparation and reporting of the department’s performance, incidents, and quality control metrics.
• Track and update staff training documentation, ensuring competencies are current and compliant with procedural changes.

Resource Management

• Oversee inventory, track usage data, report shortages and adjust stock levels based on consumption trends. Coordinate with procurement for timely restocking of critical supplies.
• Research advancement