CSSD Instrument Technician

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Company Description

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Job Description

We are seeking enthusiastic Sterilising (CSSD) Technicians in a casual, part-time or full-time capacity reporting to the CSSD Manager. You will join a well-supported, dedicated and busy CSSD workforce that will expand your skills and experience. A supportive and comprehensive orientation program will support your transition into this role. At Epworth we perform a wide range of complex surgeries across all specialties. The recent introduction of the T-Doc instrument tracking system will assist you in your everyday practice to identify robotic, navigational and complex custom-made instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Be flexible to work across various shifts with high motivation, problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to constant changes in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Sterilisation or equivalent (preferable)
• Sound understanding and knowledge of infection control requirements and Australian Sterilising Standard (AS/NZS 4187)
• Excellent teamwork with ability to work collaboratively in a busy team with changing priorities
• Outstanding customer service skills and ability to build strong relationships within the CSSD team, theatres and other key areas
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to use computer systems
• High level of understanding of OHS, good manual handling techniques and basic chemical safety in sterilising services
• An understanding of and commitment to quality improvements

About Epworth

Epworth Freemasons consists of two sites: the Main Hospital in East Melbourne with 12 operating theatres and the Victoria Parade site with a further 6 theatres. Staff may be shared across sites. Primary specialities include Orthopaedics, Gynaecology/IVF, Urology, General, Plastics, ENT/Maxillofacial Ophthalmology and Endoscopy. Car parking is available at a discounted rate and accessible from Parliament Station.

Additional Information

At Epworth, it's a community. You'll have access to:

• Epworth's enhanced Not-for-Profit status (not available in the public sector) with salary packaging up to $15,900 pre-tax annually
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

The annual salary range for Instrument Technicians – AUD $57,295 to $70,824 + super + entitlements, dependent on year level (pro-rated for part-time).

Enquiries / Apply

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter. For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact or phone .

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination where required under Epworth policy. As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check and may be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check. Epworth is committed to inclusion and diversity, fairness and opportunity for all.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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