Sterilisation Technician

• Join our experienced supportive & collaborative team
• Make a difference - we are NSWs largest private hospital & also Not-For-Profit
• Support surgical teams through high-quality instrument reprocessing in a collaborative hospital environment.

Taking care of people is our reason for being

At Sydney Adventist Hospital fondly known as the San caring for people is at the core of who we are. Its what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and its a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here.

When you join our team youll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning flexibility great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.

Some of the exceptional benefits we offer include

• As a not-for-profit we offer salary packaging that can reduce the amount of tax you pay which can leave you with thousands of dollars more in your pocket.
• Discounted gym membership for you and your family using Fitness Passport
• Great on campus amenities including cafés gift shop florist and even a hairdresser
• Discounted onsite parking plus lots more!

What youll be doing in this role

Join our Central Sterilisation Services Dept (CSSD) as a highly valued casual member of the team to cover shifts when our permanent sterilising staff are on leave. The leave you will cover can be both short notice leave (personal / sick leave) and long notice leave (annual / long service leave).

You will be part of a dedicated large team of around 38 staff who are passionate in delivering support services through the timely provision of quality reprocessed medical devices worthy of patient use. The team performs its role with great joy knowing they are supporting surgical nursing and other procedural teams to deliver the best in patient care and they proudly maintain a strong track record of low staff turnover which reflects a supportive and stable work environment. You may occasionally be asked to work your shift at the San Day Surgery in Hornsby.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Actively uphold and contribute to AHCL policies procedures and compliance standards ensuring the highest level of safety and legislative adherence.
• Proactively identify report and respond to incidents hazards and risks to maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.
• Collaborate in team meetings risk assessments and continuous improvement discussions contributing ideas that enhance service quality.
• Commit to ongoing professional development by participating in all required and relevant training programs.
• Play an integral role in fostering a culture of excellence teamwork and continuous quality improvement within a supportive and high-performing environment.

Who we are looking for

• A self-motivated proactive and positive person who is willing to learn and develop their skills.
• Youll have completed or be studying towards a Certificate III in Sterilisation Services this is essential.
• Youll be qualified to the current national standard: AS/NZS5369
• Flexibility and sound availability to work across a variety of shifts often at short notice. Shifts typically start at 7am 10am and 3pm The clinic is open from 6 am to 11 pm on weekdays and 7am to 3pm on weekends.
• Strong communication (both written & verbal) and people skills with demonstrated experience considerately & professionally communicating with patients their families visitors and your colleagues.
• Youll be systematic able to prioritise tasks but also have initiative and critical problem-solving capability whilst maintaining great attention to detail.
• Youll be adaptable eager to learn and work well in a team-orientated fast-paced environment.

About Us

Adventist HealthCare owns and operates San Day Surgery Hornsby and the Sydney Adventist Hospital The San is NSWs largest private hospital. Founded in 1903 we are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2400 staff members and the community we serve.

What to expect

Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references functional questionnaire a national police check working with children check vaccination evidence among others.

How to apply

If you see yourself in this role then wed love to hear from you. Simply click on the Apply button and well keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and progressed to interview and appointed if deemed suitable. Therefore we encourage you to Apply Now to avoid disappointment.

If you would like to know more then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist Zak Farhod on Please note that no applications via email will be accepted.