CSSD Technician

Job Description

Instrument Cleaning and Decontamination: Receive used surgical instruments, trays, and equipment from OTs and wards. Perform manual or automated cleaning and decontamination of instruments. Sterilization Procedures: Operate autoclaves, ETO (ethylene oxide) sterilizers, and other sterilization equipment. Ensure proper loading, monitoring, and documentation of sterilization cycles. Inspection and Packaging: Inspect cleaned instruments for functionality and damage. Assemble and pack instrument sets according to surgical or departmental requirements. Storage and Distribution: Label, store, and distribute sterile packs to appropriate departments. Maintain sterility of items by adhering to correct storage procedures. Infection Control Compliance: Follow hospital infection prevention protocols strictly. Use PPE and safe handling techniques to prevent cross-contamination. Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine checks and cleaning of sterilization machines. Report equipment malfunctions to the supervisor immediately. Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain logs for sterilization cycles, equipment maintenance, and supply inventory. Track expiry dates of sterile packs and reprocess as needed. Requirements Good understanding of sterilization techniques and hospital infection control Familiarity with autoclaves, ETO, and washer-disinfectors Attention to detail and adherence to protocols Ability to handle and manage surgical instruments carefully Basic computer and record-keeping skills Teamwork and communication with OT and nursing teams Show more Show less