Sterilising Technician Grade 2

**Remuneration**:**$67,463.24 - $70,457.77 Per Annum + Super

**Location**: John Hunter Hospital

**Employment Type**: Temporary Full Time (Until July 2025)
**Position Classification**: Sterilisation Tech Grade 2
**Hours Per Week**: 38
**Requisition ID**: REQ555160

**Applications Close**: 03/03/2025

**_Play a critical role in patient safety by ensuring surgical precision — one sterilised instrument at a time_**

**Where you'll be working**:
Located on Level 1, the Sterilising Services department at John Hunter Hospital the Service Operates 24/7 Monday to Friday and on Weekends and Public Holidays the Department is open 7:00 to 23:00, providing essential reprocessing services to John Hunter, Belmont, and Calvary Mater Hospitals. We support 15 Operating Suites and numerous clinics, wards, and external customers. Excitingly, our department will move to the new Acute Services Building in 2026

**About us**:
John Hunter Hospital's Sterilising Services Department operates 24/7 Monday to Friday and from 7:00 to 23:00 on weekends and public holidays. Our team provides essential reprocessing services for John Hunter, Belmont, and Calvary Mater Hospitals, supporting 15 Operating Suites, as well as multiple clinics, wards, and external customers. In 2026, we will be moving to the new Acute Services Building, offering a modern, state-of-the-art working environment.

**About the role**:
In this role, you will be responsible for reprocessing a variety of medical and surgical equipment, with a focus on specialties such as Orthopaedics, Trauma, and Neuro. You will ensure all instruments meet statutory requirements and departmental policies while contributing to the seamless operation of hospital services. Your expertise will also support external customer services, playing a key role in infection prevention and control.

**About you**:
We are looking for someone with a Sterilising Certificate and a strong understanding of the sterilisation process, including experience with an instrument tracking system. Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will be working closely with a team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in patient care.

**What we can offer you**:
You will receive comprehensive training coordinated by our Quality Education Coordinator, along with support from experienced Supervisors and Team Leaders. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated and growing team in a workplace that values innovation and excellence.

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professional

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**Additional Information**:
**_An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies._**_ _

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.