Instrument Technician - Grade 3
Instrument Technician - Grade 3
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Job Description
Your role at St John of God Bendigo Hospital
You will work in conjunction with theatre staff you will be responsible for decontamination inspection packaging and sterilisation of surgical instrumentation within the CSSD department.
We are seeking an experienced Grade 3 Instrument Technician to join our dynamic Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) team.
In this role you will be responsible for the cleaning assembly distribution of surgical instruments and equipment ensuring compliance with infection control standards. Previous experience in a hospital CSSD setting and relevant qualifications are essential.
The Position
Maintain cleaning tools and equipment in good condition.
Restock cleaning and sterilisation supplies and report of low stock.
Undertake cleaning disinfection and sterilization of all reusable medical devices within Main Theatre and Day Surgery units.
Participation in ongoing training and development to enhance your understanding of instrument cleaning handling disinfection and sterilization processes.
Practice good housekeeping to maintain a clean and tidy work area.
Maintain efficient standards based practice to provide quality medical devices for clinical use.
Perform daily and weekly tests and cleaning as required.
Keep accurate and thorough documentation.
Organize repair servicing via MexOps tagging out as required.
Communicate effectively with all customers and patients using the appropriate channels utilising appropriate formal and informal channels of communication.
You will hold a Certificate III in Health Sterilising Practice for Technicians and have a minimum of 3 years experience as an Instrument Technician. You will demonstrate initiative reliability and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
To succeed in this role you will have a sound understanding of infection control principles and practices. You will be required to take charge responsibility during evening shifts and must be available to work across all shifts within our current operating hours (07:00 to 22:30).
Above all patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you
Salary: $68357 per annum plus 12% superannuation
Permanent full-time position available
Salary packaging up to $18550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage rent meal entertainment holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
Novated leasing
work related expenses
self-education and
additional superannuation
A welcoming & supportive culture
Flexible work options
Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance
Option to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave
Dynamic role in multidisciplinary team
For enquiries about this position applicants should contact Kama Taylor CSSD Manager on 03-
At St John of God Health Care we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure welcoming and accessible and unified through our diverse community.
All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
