CSSD Technician

Roles of CSSD Technician

• Sterile Supply Chain Management
• Ensure uninterrupted supply of sterilized instruments, linen, dressing materials, trays, and surgical sets to all hospital departments.
• Maintain accountability for sterility from collection → decontamination → sterilization → storage → distribution.
• Infection Control & Patient Safety
• Adhere to hospital infection prevention protocols and NABH standards.
• Prevent cross-contamination and hospital-acquired infections (HAIs).
• Work under guidance of Infection Control Nurse/Committee.
• Compliance with NABH Standards
• Follow documented policies, SOPs, and checklists for CSSD processes.
• Ensure traceability of sterilized items through labeling, batch records, and sterilization logs.

Responsibilities of CSSD Technician

• Collection & Segregation
• Collect used instruments, equipment, and materials from OT, ICU, wards, and OPD.
• Segregate contaminated, sharp, and delicate instruments as per hospital SOPs.
• Decontamination & Cleaning
• Perform manual/mechanical cleaning of instruments with enzymatic detergents or ultrasonic cleaners.
• Ensure proper use of PPE (gloves, apron, mask, goggles) while handling soiled instruments.
• Inspection & Packing
• Inspect cleaned instruments for integrity, sharpness, and function.
• Assemble instrument sets and pack them with appropriate wrapping material/pouches.
• Use chemical indicators inside packs as per NABH guidelines.
• Sterilization Process
• Operate and monitor sterilizers (Autoclave, ETO, Plasma Sterilizer, Hot Air Oven, etc.).
• Select appropriate sterilization method based on material type.
• Maintain sterilizer performance logs (temperature, pressure, cycle records).
• Quality Assurance
• Conduct routine checks with biological and chemical indicators.
• Document sterilization cycles, test reports, and validation records.
• Report any non-conformities immediately.
• Storage & Distribution
• Store sterilized packs in designated clean storage areas with proper labeling.
• Ensure FIFO (First In First Out) principle to avoid expired sterility.
• Supply sterilized items promptly to OT, ICU, Wards, and other units.
• Documentation & Record-Keeping
• Maintain records of sterilization cycles, load tests, maintenance logs, and distribution registers.
• Ensure traceability in case of infection outbreaks or audit requirements.
• Maintenance & Safety
• Carry out routine cleaning and minor maintenance of sterilization equipment.
• Report breakdowns promptly to Biomedical Engineering/maintenance team.
• Follow safety protocols for handling chemicals (ETO, disinfectants).
• Training & Continuous Learning
• Attend hospital training programs on infection control and sterilization updates.
• Assist in training junior staff and new recruits.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹22,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person