CSSD Technician

Cura Day Hospitals Group; Willoughby; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Cura Day Hospitals Group is seeking a Casual CSSD Technician for Chatswood Private Hospital. The role involves reprocessing and sterilising instruments in accordance with hospital protocols and Australian standards.

The successful candidate will report to the Sterile Processing Department Coordinator and support daily CSSD operations in a busy surgical environment. Applicants should have at least 1 year of sterile processing experience, strong communication skills, and the flexibility to work

Qualifications

• Prior experience in sterile processing of at least 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Reprocess and sterilise instruments and equipment per hospital and AS/NZS standards.

Skills

Sterile processing experience

Job description

Casual CSSD Technician - Chatswood Private Hospital

Chatswood, Sydney NSW

Chatswood Private Hospital (CPH)is a state-of-the-art facility whichsets the benchmark as a centre of excellence for specialist surgical procedures of Ophthalmic, ENT, Dental, Oral and Maxillofacial. Our custom-built facility hosts precision instrumentation, cutting edge technology and is complimented by a highly experienced expert team of well-trained clinical and administrative staff who share the vision of a surgical centre of excellence.Chatswood Private Hospital is a member of Cura Day Hospitals Group.

We are seeking an experienced CSSD Sterilisation Technician to join us on a casual basis.

The key responsibilities of this role include reprocessing and sterilisation of instruments and equipment according to hospital and Australian Standards.

The role reports to Sterile Processing Department Coordinator.

Mandatory Criteria:

Prior experience in sterile processing of at least 1 year

Availability for variable 8-hour shifts from 7am to 8pm, Monday to Friday.

Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication with general computer literacy for documentation and data entry

Active participation with surgical set ups and daily operations of CSSD

Effectively utilise the knowledge of infection control and sterilisation standards as per AS/NZ 5369:2023 to comply with the sterilisation process

Assistance with stock control and order supplies as required

Assist with maintenance and documentation of loan equipment

Leverage interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective communication with the greater health care team

Actively contribute to reporting of risks and quality improvement activities

Please note all applicants must currently possess the right to work in Australia.

Cura Day Hospitals Group offers excellent career opportunities for nurses, health professionals, support staff and managers. As the market leading day hospital group, a career with Cura Day Hospitals Group is not only rewarding but also offers great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement.

We believe our people are our most important asset. As part of our dedication to staff development and well-being, we promote a range of initiatives to support our employees including education and training and providing access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness & Wellbeing Program. Cura employees also have access to salary packaging for novated leasing as well as a range of discounts and benefits through our rewards program.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

Interviews will be undertaken as suitable candidates are identified as meeting the criteria for interview. Please note only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

If you have further question regarding this position, please do not hesitate to contact the CEO/Director of Nursing, Kerrie Legg: