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