Assistant in Nursing - CSSD

Mater Health Services; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 48,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Superannuation

Casual loading

Staff benefits

Job summary

Mater Private Hospital Brisbane is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant in Nursing (CSSD) to join the Central Sterilising Department on a casual basis. The role involves a rotating 24/7 roster, including night shifts, weekends and public holidays, and requires current enrolment or completion of a Certificate III in Sterilisation.

You will support efficient sterile services to underpin safe surgical and clinical care, reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager and collaborating with multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Sterilisation Services completed or currently enrolled.
• Experience in sterile services within a hospital or large organisation preferred.
• Strong infection control knowledge and best-practice sterile processing.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational sterile services tasks to support theatres and clinical areas.
• Decontaminate, assemble, sterilise and distribute medical instruments and equipment.
• Support hospital quality, risk management and continuous improvement systems.
• Collaborate with nursing, theatre and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain compliance with workplace health and safety standards.
• Assist with loan set processing (highly desirable).

Skills

Infection control

Effective communication

Risk management

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Sterilisation Services

Job description

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Brisbane is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant in Nursing (CSSD) to join the team within the Central Sterilising Department (CSSD) on a casual basis. The successful candidate will be required to work on a rotational 24/7 roster which includes night shifts, weekends and public holidays as well as holds or currently enrolled in a Certificate III in Sterilisation.

As the Assistant in Nursing you will perform all operational tasks required to provide efficient and effective sterile service within the Mater Private Health Services. The position reports directly to the Nurse Unit Manager and indirectly to the Nursing Director and Director of Nursing.

The Mater nursing team provides the highest level of specialist care to patients, their families, carers and visitors. Our team of industry professionals work together as a cohesive and collaborative unit, going above and beyond to provide an exceptional level of care and deliver the highest level of clinical standards for the patient and the unit.

Salary range: $35.05 - $38.38 per hour plus casual loading plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you'll be doing

In this role, you will support the efficient delivery of sterile services that underpin safe surgical and clinical care by:

• Performing operational sterile services tasks to support theatres and clinical areas
• Decontaminating, assembling, sterilising, and distributing medical instruments and equipment
• Supporting hospital quality, risk management, and continuous improvement systems
• Working closely with nursing, theatre, and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintaining compliance with workplace health and safety standards
• Assisting with loan set processing (highly desirable)

About you

You are a motivated and reliable team member who takes pride in contributing to patient safety and service excellence, and you will bring:

• A completed or currently enrolled Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (mandatory)
• Previous experience in sterile services within a hospital or large organisation
• A strong understanding of infection control and best-practice sterile processing
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience with risk management and continuous quality improvement systems
• A commitment to workplace health and safety
• Alignment with Mater's Mission and Values

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What's in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Wednesday 21st October 2026

All successful candidates may be required to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

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