Life Healthcare Group advertised a CSSD Assistant Packer position at Life Carstenhof Hospital in Johannesburg. The role reports to the Theatre Unit Manager and focuses on preparing, packing and sterilising instrument and linen sets used by theatre and doctors' rooms.
The vacancy is particularly relevant to candidates with experience in a private hospital CSSD environment, equipment packing and processes associated with cleaning and sterilising medical equipment.
Job Overview
The CSSD Assistant Packer is responsible for ensuring that instrument sets and linen packs are properly prepared for sterilisation and meet the company's infection-control standards.
The role includes checking sets before sterilisation, applying sterile indicators correctly, maintaining sufficient instrument and linen sets, recording test results and supporting the maintenance of relevant sterilisation equipment.
The advertised position was based at Life Carstenhof Hospital in Johannesburg. The vacancy also stated that the successful candidate must be able to work flexible hours.
Key Responsibilities
The role involves preparing instrument sets and linen packs according to company standards. The successful candidate is expected to monitor available linen, compile and sterilise linen packs and take corrective action when problems are identified.
Other responsibilities include:
- Checking and preparing instrument sets for sterilisation.
- Applying sterile indicators correctly.
- Ensuring appropriate autoclave loading and unloading.
- Conducting chemical, biological and mechanical checks according to manufacturer specifications.
- Recording test results.
- Checking and maintaining the heat-sealing machine and washers.
- Supporting the maintenance and functioning of the gas autoclave.
- Reporting or ensuring timely repair of equipment malfunctions.
- Using non-recoverable stock items efficiently.
- The position therefore combines equipment preparation, sterilisation processes, stock awareness, record keeping and adherence to safety and infection-control procedures.
Requirements and Qualifications
The vacancy requires CSSD experience and training in a private hospital setting. Candidates must also have experience in packing equipment and knowledge of medical terminology, instruments and processes involved in cleaning equipment.
The advertised requirements also include:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Awareness of safety protocols.
- Adherence to standardised procedures for loading and unloading autoclaves.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and instruments.
- Understanding of equipment-cleaning processes.
- No specific academic qualification is stated in the supplied vacancy.
Experience and Skills
CSSD experience and training in a private hospital environment are specifically required. Previous experience packing equipment is also listed.
The vacancy identifies several competencies, including problem-solving, analysis and judgement, resilience, communication, relationship building and customer responsiveness. It also mentions ethical behaviour, organisational awareness, influencing, drive and energy, and an orientation towards excellence.
Applicants should ensure that their CV accurately reflects their relevant CSSD and equipment-packing experience rather than adding skills they do not possess.
Salary and Employment Details
Salary: Not disclosed by the employer.
Employment type: Not specified in the vacancy.
The vacancy states that candidates must be able to work flexible hours, but it does not provide specific working hours or shift times.
Location
The position was advertised at Life Carstenhof Hospital in Johannesburg, Gauteng.
Who Should Apply
This opportunity was aimed at candidates with relevant CSSD experience and training in a private hospital environment. Experience packing equipment, knowledge of medical terminology and instruments, and an understanding of equipment-cleaning processes are specifically mentioned.
Applicants should also be comfortable following safety procedures and standardised autoclave loading and unloading processes.
How to Apply
The vacancy states that applicants should download the application form and email it to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement. However, the supplied vacancy does not include the contact person's email address or an official application URL.
The vacancy also states that internal applicants were requested to discuss their application with their line manager before applying, while external candidates would also be considered.
Because the supplied closing date has passed, applicants should verify whether the vacancy has been reposted or replaced before attempting to apply.
Closing Date
Closing date: Friday, 28 August 2026.
As the current date is after the advertised closing date, this vacancy is classified as EXPIRED.
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