Cssd Technician

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION OF C.S.S.D. TRAINEE/TECHNICIAN AT WOCKHARDT HOSPITALS MIRAROAD Only Male required Qualification: Science graduate in microbiology, botany, zoology or chemistry. Basic course in computers is desirable. Reporting to: Head of the Department. Job Summary: Responsible for decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage and distribution of medical and surgical supplies and equipment used in the care and treatment of patients following infection control practices. Job duties: To collect, receive, sort, test, sterilize and pack contaminated instruments, containers, treatment trays and other supplies and equipment that have been used in the operation theatre, ICU, wards, emergency (casualty) room and CATH lab and prioritize sterilization depending on emergency requisitions. To operate automatic and semi-automatic sterilizing equipments like steam sterilizers, Ethylene oxide sterilizers, Ultrasonic cleaners. Report problems and information of operational nature to the department head or supervisor. To inspect or replace missing or damaged equipment, make minor repairs on them, maintain inventory of supplies and materials to include documenting usage, issuing, receiving and reordering as assigned. To maintain an accurate record regarding the effectiveness of the various processes of cleaning, disinfections and sterilization. To accurately compute the sterilization process for all items using the method determined by the manufacturer and Infection control. To carry out biological checks to ensure proper functioning of sterilizers. To carry out manual cleaning and cleaning by machines. To maintain high standard of environmental cleanliness. To ensure care and maintenance of autoclaves. To carry out preliminary check of supplies, i.e. check reusable items that need to be sterilized. To maintain Quality Control parameters for all methods of sterilization and to document the effectiveness of each method. To perform other related duties incidental to work described as assigned. Skill Set: Verbal ability Ability to comprehend verbal instructions given by the supervisor or head of the department. To understand and apply knowledge of medical terminology. Problem solving/ Decision-making To think independently and exercise ones own judgment in determining actions during emergencies. Other skills Have an affinity for teamwork. Technical skills required for using and maintaining the various sterilization equipments and the computer . Ability to comprehend written instructions given by the supervisors and the other related departmental personnel. Ability to plan & organize ones work schedule effectively. Being a service provider listening speaking and are essential requirements to understand and carry out the instructions given by users