Medical Instrument Sterilization Worker (Medical Facilities)
いりょうきぐしょうどくいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes surgical instruments and treatment tools within medical facilities to maintain a safe medical environment. Includes management and recording of equipment in the central supply room.
Description
Medical instrument sterilization workers collect used surgical instruments and treatment tools from the central supply room of hospitals or clinics, and perform cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization using dedicated equipment and chemicals. They manage the operation of sterilization equipment such as autoclaves, create sterilization packs, manage usage records and equipment maintenance, and carry out work in accordance with infection control standards. They also collaborate with surgical staff and nurses to supply necessary instruments at appropriate timings.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to an aging society and increasing interest in infection control measures. Expertise will be increasingly emphasized with the standardization of central supply room operations and the establishment of certification systems.
Personality Traits
High hygiene awareness / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Hospital/Clinic Employment / In-House Work / Rotating Shifts / Shift Work
Career Path
Medical Instrument Sterilization Worker (Junior) → Central Supply Room Supervisor → Sterilization Technician → Hospital Infection Control Staff
Required Skills
Autoclave Operation / Handling of Disinfectants / Infection Control / Record Management
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required because even microscopic contamination poses an infection risk. |
| Stress Tolerance | To respond to emergency surgeries and sudden instrument requests. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it involves work following manuals, there is little need for original idea generation. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it mainly involves measurement and simple record management, advanced numerical analysis is not required. |