Opening For CSSD Technician

1. Instrument Decontamination:

Receive used medical instruments and equipment from various hospital departments and decontaminate them using mechanical cleaners, ultrasonic machines, or manual cleaning as appropriate.

2. Sorting and Inspection:

Sort, inspect and disassemble contaminated instruments, checking for damage or wear and ensuring that they are suitable for sterilization.

3. Sterilization:

Operate and monitor sterilization equipment such as autoclaves and ethylene oxide (EtO) chambers, following established procedures to ensure the instruments are properly sterilized.

4. Packaging:

Properly package sterilized instruments and equipment, ensuring that they remain sterile during storage and transport.

5. Inventory Management:

Maintain an accurate inventory of instruments and equipment, including tracking expiration dates for sterilization supplies.

6. Quality Control:

Perform routine tests and checks to verify the effectiveness of sterilization processes and ensure compliance with established standards.

7. Documentation:

Maintain detailed records of instrument processing, sterilization cycles and quality control checks. Document any issues or incidents.

8. Equipment Maintenance:

Ensure that sterilization equipment is properly maintained and report any malfunctions or maintenance needs to the appropriate department.

9. Safety and Infection Control:

Adhere to strict infection control practices and safety protocols to protect patients and healthcare staff from exposure to infectious agents.

10. Collaboration:

Work closely with other hospital departments, including surgery, nursing and clinics, to meet their instrument and equipment needs.

1.Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile

Any Graduate +Dip in CSSD