Advanced Sterilisation Technician

WA Country Health Service; Shire Of Narrogin; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributed superannution

Salary packaging arrangements

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave arrangements

Other location based allowances

Job summary

WA Country Health Service is seeking a permanent full-time CSSD Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of the sterile services department at Narrogin Hospital. You will ensure timely delivery of sterile stock to theatres, wards and contracted hospitals, while upholding WACHS values and safety standards.

The role requires Cert III in Health Service Assistance Sterilisation Services with 2–4 years in a hospital CSSD, strong infection control knowledge, and proven team leadership and auditing

Qualifications

• Possession of Cert III certificate in Health Service Assistance Sterilisation Services and 2–4 years of hospital CSSD experience.
• Advanced knowledge of infection control principles related to decontamination and reprocessing per AS/NZ5369; experience with instrument tracking systems.
• CSSD leadership experience including day-to-day support, time management, problem solving and supervision of trainees and junior CSSD staff.
• Experience coordinating scheduled auditing and maintenance of CSSD processes and equipment for compliance and service continuity.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day CSSD operations and sterile stock delivery to theatre and wards.
• Lead CSSD team including trainees, ensuring effective supervision and performance.
• Coordinate audits and maintenance to ensure compliance and service continuity.
• Ensure compliance with infection control standards and record-keeping requirements.

Skills

Infection control

Decontamination & reprocessing

Instrument tracking systems

CSSD leadership

Time management

Problem solving

Staff supervision

Auditing

Record keeping

Education

Cert III Health Service Assistance Sterilisation Services

Job description

Position Profile: Responsible for the day to day management of the SSD service comprising of the maintenance and delivery of sterile stock to theatre, wards and departments of Narrogin Hospital plus contracted hospitals. The occupant of this position will be expected to comply with and demonstrate a positive commitment to the WACHS values and the highest achievement in demonstrating positive commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity, Occupational Safety & Health, Public Sector Standards, Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, Quality Improvement, Performance Management, Customer Focus, Disability Services Act and Confidentiality throughout the course of their duties. This is a Permanent Full Time Appointment.

Area Profile:

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Suitability Criteria:

• Possession of Cert III certificate in Health Service Assistance Sterilisation Services and a minimum of 2-4 years of experience in a hospital Sterilisation department with demonstrated advanced knowledge and skills of applicable legislation, standards, and guidelines, and associated record-keeping.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of infection control principles related to decontamination and reprocessing of reusable instruments and equipment in accordance with AS/NZ5369, including knowledge and experience in the use of instrument tracking systems.
• Demonstrated experience in CSSD team leadership roles including practical day to day support, time management, problem-solving, and supervision of trainee and junior CSSD staff, in liaison with the theatre manager and the wider hospital team.
• Experience in the coordination of scheduled auditing and maintenance of processes and equipment within the CSSD for compliance and service continuity purposes.

Employee Benefits:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances

For Further Job Related Information:

We encourage you to contact Sara Pellant on 0409 917 433.

Applicants are required to provide:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for this position
• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) summarising your relevant experience and ability to meet the position requirements
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferably including your current or most recent manager

Eligibility to Apply:

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Other Conditions:

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within WACHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under). If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.