Sterilization Technician

About the role

My Clinic is seeking a dedicated Sterilization Technician to join our Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD). You will be responsible for the safe decontamination, sterilization, packaging, and distribution of surgical instruments and medical devices across our outpatient facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Receive soiled instruments and perform initial decontamination using mechanical and manual methods.
• Operate automated washers, ultrasonic cleaners, and disinfection equipment to clean reusable devices.
• Inspect cleaned instruments for damage, defects, or wear and report issues.
• Assemble instrument sets, surgical trays, and procedure packs according to protocols.
• Select appropriate sterilization methods (steam, ethylene oxide, hydrogen peroxide plasma) based on manufacturer guidance.
• Run sterilizers and autoclaves, monitoring cycle parameters to ensure effective sterilization.
• Package sterilized items using sterile wraps, pouches, or containers and label with indicators and expiration dates.
• Store sterilized items, maintain inventory control, and ensure proper stock rotation.
• Document process parameters, biological indicator results, and quality‑control checks.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and performance checks on sterilization equipment.
• Maintain accurate records in CSSD documentation systems.

Required profile

• Ability to follow strict decontamination and sterilization protocols.
• Attention to detail for instrument inspection and packaging.
• Familiarity with a range of sterilization methods and equipment.

Required skills

• Automated washer operation
• Ultrasonic cleaner operation
• Disinfection equipment handling
• Sterilizer and autoclave operation
• Instrument inspection and damage assessment
• Selection of sterilization methods (steam, EtO, H₂O₂ plasma)
• Sterile packaging techniques
• Calibration and routine maintenance of sterilization equipment
• Documentation in CSSD electronic systems