Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Sterilization and Instrument Processing

• Decontaminate, clean, and disinfect surgical instruments, trays, and medical devices.

• Operate autoclaves, sterilizers, and other sterilization equipment according to standard protocols.

• Inspect instruments for damage, wear, or defects before and after sterilization.

• Ensure correct packaging, labeling, and storage of sterile supplies.

2. Equipment Handling and Maintenance

• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment including autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and washers.

• Perform routine checks and basic troubleshooting of CSSD equipment.

• Report malfunctions or maintenance needs to the CSSD In-Charge or biomedical department.

• Maintain records of equipment maintenance and sterilization cycles.

3. Inventory Management

• Maintain adequate stock of sterile and non-sterile supplies for OT, ICU, and other clinical areas.

• Monitor expiry dates, batch numbers, and integrity of sterilized items.

• Assist in requisitioning and restocking CSSD consumables and supplies.

4. Infection Control and Compliance

• Follow hospital infection control guidelines and NABH standards strictly.

• Use appropriate PPE (gloves, masks, gowns) during handling of contaminated instruments.

• Ensure proper disposal of biomedical waste generated in the CSSD.

• Participate in audits, quality checks, and continuous quality improvement activities.

5. Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain sterilization logs, autoclave cycle records, and instrument tracking forms.

• Document all repairs, maintenance, and routine checks performed on instruments and equipment.

• Report any deviations, instrument shortages, or safety incidents to the CSSD In-Charge.

6. Teamwork and Coordination

• Coordinate with OT staff, nurses, and biomedical engineers for timely supply of sterile instruments.

• Assist in training junior CSSD staff or temporary helpers.

• Support smooth workflow between CSSD and clinical departments

• It is a Full Time Technician job for candidates with 2 - 4 years of experience.