KHALED AZZAM
CSSD Manager
UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in sterilization and infection control, specializing in dental instrument sterilization and CSSD protocols adherence. Demonstrates strong leadership and team management skills, ensuring compliance with SOPs (MOH, AAMI, JCIA) and maintaining high standards of quality assurance. Proficient in inventory control, data management, and documentation, with a proven track record of effective problem-solving and decision-making. Committed to continuous learning and adaptability to enhance operational efficiency. Career goal: To leverage technical knowledge and leadership abilities to drive excellence in healthcare environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
CSSD technician
Doctor Mona Zaki Medical Center
Ajman, UAE
06.2025 - Current
- Sterilised and prepared surgical instruments, contributing to seamless surgical operations.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to infection control procedures.
- Prevented potential infections with strict compliance to sterilisation guidelines during instrument processing.
- Prepared accurate reports on sterilisation processes to ensure quality assurance compliance.
CSSD Manager
Steriarabia
Fujairah
02.2022 - 12.2024
- Managed all CSSD activities including sterilization of dental and surgical instruments.
- Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Ensure regular maintenance on all equipment and communicate with Biomedical/Maintenance Engineering.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization processes.
- Implement quality control measures, including routine checks and audits, to maintain high sterilization standards and prevent contamination.
- Oversee adherence to infection control protocols and update practices as new standards emerge.
- Monitor inventory levels of CSSD supplies and order necessary items to prevent shortages.
- Maintained dental set integrity and functionality through routine inspection and assembly.
- Managed all CSSD activities including sterilization of dental and surgical instruments.
- Organize competency assessments to ensure staff knowledge and skill proficiency. Prepare reports for hospital administration and regulatory bodies as required.
- Establish procedures to prevent cross-contamination, ensuring the safety of patients and healthcare providers.
- Collaborate with infection control and quality assurance departments to mitigate risks associated with surgical instrument use.
CSSD Manager
Burjeel Specialty Hospital
Sharjah
03.2019 - 01.2022
CSSD Technician
Saudi German Hospital
Sharjah
12.2017 - 12.2018
CSSD Technician
Mediclinic – Medical Center
Sharjah
05.2015 - 05.2017
PN in CSSD
Mediclinic – Hospital Al Ain Branch
Al Ain
04.2009 - 05.2012
PN in CSSD
Jordanian Center for Chinese Medicine
04.2009 - 05.2010
Education
Diploma - Nursing science
Granada College
Skills
- Technical Knowledge in Sterilization and Infection Control
- Dental Instrument Sterilization
- SOP Compliance (MOH, AAMI, JCIA)
- Leadership and Team Management
- Communication Skills
- Problem-Solving and Decision-Making Organizational and Time Management Quality Assurance and Compliance
- Adaptability and Continuous Learning Data Management and Documentation
- Inventory control expertise
- CSSD protocols adherence
- Infection control knowledge
Certification
- CRCST (Certified Registered Central Service Technician):152547 – from international Association of Health Care Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM)
- MOH licensed CSSD TECHNICIAN
Language
English
Arabic
Timeline
CSSD technician
Doctor Mona Zaki Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
CSSD Manager
Steriarabia
02.2022 - 12.2024
CSSD Manager
Burjeel Specialty Hospital
03.2019 - 01.2022
CSSD Technician
Saudi German Hospital
12.2017 - 12.2018
CSSD Technician
Mediclinic – Medical Center
05.2015 - 05.2017
PN in CSSD
Mediclinic – Hospital Al Ain Branch
04.2009 - 05.2012
PN in CSSD
Jordanian Center for Chinese Medicine
04.2009 - 05.2010
Diploma - Nursing science
Granada College
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