Job Description

Job Summary

The CSSD Technician is responsible for the cleaning, decontamination, preparation, sterilization, storage, and distribution of medical and surgical instruments. The role ensures that sterile supplies are processed safely and efficiently in accordance with infection prevention, patient safety, and hospital standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clean, decontaminate, inspect, assemble, package, and sterilize medical and surgical instruments
Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment according to approved procedures and safety standards
Monitor sterilization cycles, maintain accurate records, and ensure appropriate traceability of instruments and supplies
Store and distribute sterile instruments and supplies to operating rooms, clinical departments, and other hospital areas
Comply with infection prevention, occupational safety, quality, and hospital policies and procedures

Qualifications

Diploma or recognized qualification in CSSD, Sterile Processing, or a related healthcare field
Valid SCFHS professional classification and registration
1–3 years of experience in CSSD, sterile processing, or a related hospital environment
Knowledge of sterilization methods, decontamination procedures, infection prevention, and instrument handling
Hospital or healthcare experience is preferred