Technical Sterilization Technician

Role Overview

This position focuses on the safe decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical equipment within a clinical environment. The role supports infection prevention, equipment readiness, compliance, and patient safety while following the organization’s care values, policies, and quality standards.

Key Duties

• Receive, sort, and inspect used surgical tools and medical devices before decontamination.
• Clean instruments manually with approved detergents and disinfectants.
• Run and maintain decontamination systems such as ultrasonic cleaners, washers, and disinfectors.
• Assemble instrument trays and medical equipment according to defined procedures.
• Wrap, label, and document sets and supplies properly in preparation for sterilization.
• Check instruments for damage or wear and escalate findings to the line manager.
• Operate sterilization equipment, including autoclaves, in line with manufacturer instructions and facility policy.
• Track and record sterilization cycles, including time, temperature, and pressure.
• Perform biological, chemical, and mechanical monitoring tests to confirm sterilization effectiveness.
• Store sterilized items in designated areas with correct rotation and inventory control.
• Issue sterile instruments and supplies to operating rooms, clinics, and other departments as needed.
• Keep accurate logs for sterilization activity and stock levels.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures to avoid cross-contamination and maintain a safe workplace.
• Support equipment servicing, calibration, performance checks, and quality improvement efforts.
• Report equipment faults, incidents, and safety concerns promptly to the supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with relevant regulatory and facility standards, including Joint Commission, OSHA, and internal policies.
• Stay current with sterilization methods and technologies through learning and training.
• Take part in departmental meetings and continuous improvement activities.
• Attend all mandatory training sessions on schedule.
• Communicate with empathy and professionalism when supporting patients and staff.
• Keep a positive, proactive approach while handling work challenges.
• Carry out duties in line with person-centered care values, confidentiality rules, cybersecurity requirements, and the code of conduct.
• Complete mandatory education requirements at least one month before expiry.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a certified sterilization technician in a clinically complex tertiary care setting.
• Working knowledge of performance improvement processes and international standards.
• Bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or qualification in Health Science or a similar field.
• Certification in sterile processing or a diploma in sterilization.
• Strong command of spoken and written English.
• Valid license from the country of origin.
• Practice license as required by the applicable regional health regulatory authority, such as SCFHS or DHA.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and any other applicable LSTC certifications.
• Service-oriented mindset.
• High attention to detail.
• Critical thinking ability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Compliance and Professional Standards

• Maintain strict confidentiality for all sensitive information handled at work.
• Follow cybersecurity policies and awareness practices to help protect organizational systems from cyber threats.
• Adhere to ethical standards, organizational policies, and the official code of conduct.
• Support continuous improvement activities within the scope of the role.
• Work safely and actively raise job-related safety concerns when identified.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The position is part of a healthcare environment where consistent adherence to infection prevention, quality control, documentation, and operational readiness is essential.