CSSD Technician

CSSD Technician is responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, packing, storing, and distributing surgical instruments and sterile supplies. The requires CSSD Technician Course or Diploma preferred with 5 to 8 years of experience. Candidates should have strong knowledge of CSSD operations, autoclave handling, operation theatre support, sterilization, sterile supply management, and infection control practices.

Role & Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, pack, sterilize, and store surgical instruments.
• Operate autoclave and sterilization equipment as per SOPs.
• Receive used instruments from OT, wards, and clinical departments.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness, damage, and completeness.
• Prepare instrument trays, surgical packs, and sterile supplies.
• Maintain sterilization records, equipment logs, and CSSD registers.
• Monitor sterilization indicators, expiry dates, and quality checks.
• Coordinate with operation theatre and nursing teams for instrument needs.
• Follow infection control, biomedical waste, and CSSD safety protocols.
• Report missing, damaged, or faulty instruments to seniors.
• Maintain cleanliness and discipline in CSSD areas.
• Ensure timely availability of sterile instruments for patient care.