CSSD Instrument Technician Lead — Operations & Quality

Benalla Health; Rural City of Benalla; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Benalla Health in rural Victoria is seeking a dedicated CSSD Coordinator to lead the Central Sterilising Services Department.

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager Perioperative Services, you will coordinate daily operations, guide Instrument Technicians, and ensure instrumentation quality and traceability. You will drive audits, accreditation activities, staff education, and policy development to support safe, efficient perioperative care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating daily CSSD operations and workflow
• Leading and supporting Instrument Technicians and CSSD staff
• Monitoring compliance with Australian Standards and NSQHS requirements
• Conducting audits and driving quality improvement initiatives
• Supporting accreditation activities and clinical governance programs
• Facilitating staff education, training and competency assessments
• Contributing to policy, procedure and work instruction development
• Assisting with workforce coordination and rostering activities

Job description

Benalla Health in rural Victoria is seeking a dedicated CSSD Coordinator to lead the Central Sterilising Services Department.

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager Perioperative Services, you will coordinate daily operations, guide Instrument Technicians, and ensure instrumentation quality and traceability. You will drive audits, accreditation activities, staff education, and policy development to support safe, efficient perioperative care.