The Hermitage Clinic is an acute care hospital with 110 inpatient beds, seven operating theatres, a 7 bed ICU, an Emergency Department, many outpatient services, and a wide range of modern technically complex medical diagnostic and treatment facilities, providing high quality patient care. As a part of the Blackrock Health Group, the Hermitage Clinic offers a range of services in areas such as cardiology, oncology, and urology.
Working with Blackrock Health is a unique opportunity. We offer the chance to work at some of Ireland's most advanced hospitals while still enjoying a sustainable work-life balance. We ensure all our people have the support they need to progress their career, and we offer a package of unmatched benefits across our three hospitals and diagnostic clinic.


Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is a private hospital providing a full range of medical and surgical care across a broad spectrum of specialities. Each Ward provides a range of services and this role is important in making a significant contribution, developing and maintaining best practice in nursing services at clinical areas.


Job Title: CSSD Technician
Hours: Bank/ Flexible Hours Available
Location: Hermitage Clinic, Lucan Co. Dublin, Ireland


Company Profile and Role Overview
Hermitage Clinic have an opportunity for a CSSD Technician to join our expanding team.


The CSSD Technician 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 Responsibilities
Main activities

• 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.

Communication Skills

• 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 Hermitage Clinic, e.g.

o Health and Safety
o Infection Control including disposal of waste, sharps and infected lined.
o Accident and Incident Reporting
o Complaints Procedure
o Hospital Fire Policy and evacuation


You must comply with all hospital policy's in relation to Infection Prevention and Control. Every employee has a responsibility to know how to reduce infection in their role.


Professional Responsibilities
Report all incidents immediately, which may adversely affect a patient, colleague or the Hermitage Clinic.
Support the philosophy, objectives and goals of Hermitage Clinic.
Observe the appropriate lines of authority.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all patients and the activities of Hermitage Clinic.
Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in all areas of the hospital/clinic as required.
The Ward/Unit Manager depending on the availability of locum cover will arrange annual leave; this usually means the holiday periods i.e. Easter, summer and Christmas.
Participates in developing and providing quality care within Hermitage 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.


Why work at the Hermitage Clinic?
The Hermitage Clinic are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the Hermitage Clinic team you can benefit from:

• An Education Support Programme
• Development opportunities
• Opportunities for career progression
• Access to a Pension Scheme
• Subsidised Restaurant
• Free staff car parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance

This Job Description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the position and is subject to regular review and amendment. The role holder will be required to be flexible in this position and is expected to facilitate working additional hours on occasion, when requested.

The Hermitage Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and equality at all levels of the organisation. If you require assistance due to a disability during the recruitment process, please email hr@hermitageclinic.com