• Become a valued member of our close knit CSSD team
• Supportive Management
• Located within the Royal Melbourne Hospital Precinct - Parkville

Are you a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced CSSD Instrument Technician looking for a new position? Join our dynamic Sterilising Services Team on a casual basis.

Melbourne Private Hospital is a fully accredited tertiary facility with 122 beds, providing intensive care and cardiac services.  The hospital has 4 theatres and 2 cath labs, which offer a broard range of specialities including cardiac, neurosurgery, robotics, plastics, orthopaedics, urology, laparoscopic, colorectal, vascular and general surgery as well as neurosurgery.  Specialised wards include 1 cardiac, 1 neurosurgery/vascular/orthopaedic wards, as well as a general ward.  Melbourne Private Hospital also has a day procedure and chemotherapy ward.

Our people are known for achieving exceptional clinical outcomes, transparent public reporting and positive patient feedback that leads the industry. No matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families, and it is a privilege to be part of their care.

As a CSSD Instrument Technician your responsibilities will include:

• Ensure sterilizing practice standards AS/NZ 4187 (2003) and infection control are adhered to at all times
• Perform duties in all work areas of the department (decontamination, packing, sterilisation and loan instruments)
• Testing of machinery (washers, sterilisers etc.)
• Ability to plan, manage resources and understand the importance of prioritised equipment
• Inform CSSD Manager/Floor Co-ordinator of any deviation from normal e.g. spore tests, pre-vac tests, washer tests, ultra-sonic tests etc
• Perform other duties as specified by the CSSD Manager or Peri-Operative Services Manager

Essential Criteria:

• At least 1-year CSSD Technician experience
• Certificate III in sterilizing Services or working towards this certificate 
• Committed to maintaining currency in practical skills and knowledge
• Excellent customer service skills
• Able to work well in a team as well as independently
• Able to prioritize, plan and take the initiative to respond to changes
• Basic / Intermediate computer skills
• Flexibility to work on a rotating roster with weekend shifts included

Why Healthscope?
We care about your career at Healthscope.

No matter where you go within our community of care, you’ll be supported by great team leaders, be part of strong, innovative teams who always strive for better and have the opportunity to flourish and grow.

Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day.

We are the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia. But why does that matter? Our team is made up of over 19,000 highly experienced people working across a range of roles and specialisations. Supported by some of the best doctors in nationally, we come together to strive for better, sharing learnings, supporting each other, celebrating successes and facing challenges together.

Joining us opens the door to endless opportunities. We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development, specialisation and education, and support our people to grow and flourish.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

Applications close: 17th June 2024

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to recruitment@healthscope.com.au

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.