Cssd Instrument Technician

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.

Opportunities exist for enthusiastic Grade 3 Sterilising (CSSD) Technicians in a permanent part-time or full-time capacity reporting to the CSSD Manager.  Based in Epworth Geelong- Waurn Ponds, you will contribute to infection prevention and control and overall patient safety by provision of quality reusable medical devices through sterilization and disinfection processes. You will support the theatre team by collection, cleaning, decontamination, inspection, testing, packing, sterilisation, storage and distribution of reusable medical devices and equipment and will be a proactive member of a self-directed and cohesive CSSD team.

You will make an impact by:

• Ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of service to meet the specific daily operational needs
• Ensuring accurate processes are undertaken and documented
• Actively participating in the quality improvement program within the department
• Practicing within the requirements of the RMD sterilisation standards and standard operating procedures

To be successful in this role:

You will be dedicated to quality service provision that aligns with the requirements of relevant regulations and standards, enjoy working independently within a team under the direction of a team leader and department manager, and be committed to quality improvement.

You will have:

• A minimum Sterilisation Services Certificate III or equivalent
• Experience and competence working in all areas of CSSD an ability to plan, organise and prioritise work
• A commitment to excellent customer service and quality improvement
• A working knowledge of relevant regulations and standards impacting sterilizing services
• Demonstrated knowledge in the application of infection prevention and control practices, as well as OHS requirements as they relate to sterilizing services

Position Description          Inherent Requirements

Epworth Geelong

Epworth Geelong, located adjacent to Deakin University’s Medical School in Waurn Ponds, is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria.  It features contemporary design, cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care, whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and rehabilitation services.

Our Peri-operative environment consists of 9 Operating Theatres including a Hybrid Theatre, Cath Lab and 2 endoscopy suites.Located all on the one level we have the Operating Theatre, Cath Lab, ICU and Day Surgery allowing excellent patient flow and best patient care. As there is an increased demand for the excellence Epworth Geelong provide to its patients and VMO’s, our operating theatres are continuing to expand. Currently our specialities include; Orthopaedics, Vascular, General, Macs Facs, ENT, Pain, Ophthalmology, Endoscopy, Plastics, Neurosurgery and Urology. We operate Monday to Friday with emergencies on weekends which helps provide flexible rostering, giving our staff an excellent work/life balance. With education as a key motivator for our department we provide multiple opportunities for our staff to develop new skills as well as continue to build on their already strong knowledge base. 

At Epworth, it’s a community.

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• 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
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

The annual salary range for Instrument Technicians – AUD $60,000 - $68,850 + super + entitlements dependent on year level and qualifications (prorated for part-time).

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For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact ******@epworth.org.au or phone (03) 9426 0***.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had COVID-19 and / or Influenza vaccinations, including where this is recommended or required by public health authorities, and including booster vaccinations doses.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.