Instrument Technician Grade 3

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTUREInstrument Technician Grade 3 - Casual RoleWe are seeking an experienced and qualified Instrument Technician for our Operating Theatre. This role will provide support to other Instrument Technicians within the team in our department. You will also liaise between Peter Mac and the RMH CSSD (within the Decontamination Aspect).Please note Peter Mac does NOT have its own dedicated CSSD department. Peter Mac has a small, specialised Instrument Technician team who perform tasks including scope processing, decontamination and surgical set-ups.Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is home to 8 Operating Theatres, including Endoscopy. The Department covers a variety of specialities including Plastics/Breast, General surgery, Gynaecology/Brachy, Urology, Robotic, Head and Neck, Colorectal, Vascular & Upper GI. Your responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to);
· Collect, clean and decontaminate Scope Equipment used by the Operating Suite and Clinical units on a daily basis.
· Load and unload the STERIS/ECOLAB AFER (according to instructions and general duties list).
· Inspect and Decant items as required within the Decontamination Room.· Prepare Operating Theatre set-ups for the following days surgeries.
· Assist with the De-Boxing Room
· Liaise with RMH when sending Dirty Instruments to their CSSD. Also Liaise with RMH when receiving the clean instruments each morning.
· Place clean Instruments & Steri-Peel in their Correct Locations within the day.ABOUT YOU: PREREQUISITE
As an outstanding Instrument Technician, your skills will include:
· Instrument technician qualification, Certificate III or IV (or equivalent) from an accredited institution
· A minimum of 12 months experience working as an Instrument Technician is desirable
· Must be able to undertake work of a more complex nature within established procedures and guidelines
· Ability to rotate through all areas of the department.WHY WORK FOR PMCC?
You will join a high performing team and a workplace with relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We value our staff and offer professional advancement in a respectful, collaborative and learning environment.
· Salary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take home pay!)
· A great work life balance with tons of flexibility, not to mention the CBD is within walking distance!
· Training and Development ProgramsRemuneration as per Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025. Instrument Technician Grade 3 (IN3) $36.00 per hour plus applicable casual loading.Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.Hiring Manager: Adam Marlborough
Contact Number: 03 8559 5886
Email: adam.marlborough@petermac.orgApplications Close: 11:59pm Monday 8 July 2024.Position SummaryThe Instrument Technician position works closely with health professionals within the Operating Suite to support the patients' surgical care by providing a range of instrumentation and environmental support services including;Managing the initial decontamination process of all reusable reprocessed items to be sent to MH CSSD for reprocessing.Management of endoscopes, inclusive of; cleaning, testing, processing and liaising with the O.R. Floor coordinator for maintenance and repair of endoscopes within the perioperative and outpatient environment.Management of Sterile Set ups for the required operating theatre lists.Management of consumables and reprocessed sterile items in relation to checking, unpacking and stocking within the perioperative environment.Ensuring a clean, dust free environment within the CSSD satellite, sterile store, sterile core and Endoscopy clean up areas of the perioperative environment.Enterprise AgreementHealth and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025Classification or Salary RangeInstrument Tech Grade 3Immunisation Risk CategoryImmunisation Category AKey RelationshipsInternal

• Nursing staff within Perioperative Services and the Outpatient Department
• Supply staff
• Clinical Product Adviser

External

• Honeywell Contractors
• CSSD staff MH

SkillsEssential Requirements

• Completed Certificate 3 in Sterilisation or Certificate 3 in Health Services Assistance with 12 months experience
• Good communication skills
• Ability to read and write English
• Ability to work as a team member in a multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to accept and follow direction
• Ability to take initiative in prioritising workload
• Neat personal presentation and hygiene

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in an endoscopy department
• Experience in CSSD
• Experience in an operating suite environment

Key Accountabilities1. Collect, scan and rinse reusable reprocessed items for reprocessing by MH and load into CSSD trolleys in accordance with AS/NZS 4187.

• To be physically able to perform the duties as required, using appropriate methods and techniques.
• To maintain an accepted standard of performance to ensure a clean uncluttered environment.
• Ensure all reusable items are collected from the operating theatres.
• Ensure all reusable items are scanned into Censitrac.
• Rinse all reusable items removing all gross contaminates and placing them back into their relevant containers.
• Place all reusable items and containers into the MH CSSD trolley for transport to MH CSSD.
• Document and report any anomalies or items requiring repair.
• Ensure all service areas are free from dirt, grime and dust.
• Restock as required.
• Assist other Instrument Technicians and clinical staff with other activities within the agreed scope.

2. Clean process and maintain flexible endoscopes according to the requirements of the operating lists and GENCA guidelines.

• Respond in a timely manner to the maintenance and care of the flexible endoscopes in both the operating suite and outpatients department.
• Respond in timely manner to cleaning and preparation of flexible endoscopes required for the operating lists and outpatient clinics.
• Carry out all duties in a manner that fulfills the vision and values of Peter Mac.
• Accept responsibility for the standards of work achieved.
• Escalate workload concerns and or unfinished work to the supervisor of the team to seek assistance in a timely manner.
• Display a willingness to learn.
• Assist other Instrument Technicians and clinical staff with other activities within the agreed scope.

3. Management of consumables and reprocessed sterile items in relation to checking, unpacking and stocking

• To be physically able to perform the duties as required, using appropriate methods and techniques.
• Assist with the unloading of reprocessed reusable items and containers from MH CSSD.
• Adhere to AS4187 in the storage, stock rotation and handling of reprocessed reusable items and sterile consumables.
• Ensure all stock and supply storage areas are stocked to correct levels.
• Assist with Ordering consumables/supplies as required.
• Ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
• Provide clear and concise communication with all staff in the process of performing duties.
• Provide urgent supply services as requested.
• Assist other Instrument Technicians and clinical staff with other activities within the agreed scope.

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)4. Management of Sterile Set ups for the required operating theatre lists

• Ensure all required set ups for operating lists are completed in a timely manner 100% of the time.
• Assist with maintaining and updating surgeon preference cards.
• Ensure sterile cores are restocked at all times.
• Assist clinical staff in locating urgent supplies in a timely manner.
• Remove and report any out of date, damaged and/or unusual items.
• Ensure all service areas are free from dirt, grime and dust, both high and low.
• Assist other Instrument Technicians and clinical staff with other activities within the agreed scope.

Peter Mac requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this requirement.WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.