As a CSSD Technician, your main responsibilities include cleaning, disinfecting, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing surgical instruments and medical supplies. You also monitor and operate specialized equipment such as autoclaves, maintain accurate records of sterilization cycles, and ensure that all trays and instruments are properly prepared for surgeries or procedures. Collaboration with surgical teams and nursing staff is common, as you respond to urgent requests and help manage instrument inventory. This vital role ensures that all departments receive properly sterilized tools, directly impacting the quality of patient care and infection control.