Instrument Technician

Bayside Health; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Onsite gym

Easy public transport access

Job summary

Bayside Health seeks motivated Instrument Technicians for the SSD team, based primarily at The Alfred with rotation to Sandringham Hospital. You will join a dedicated reprocessing service operating on a 24/7 roster, handling cleaning, packing and sterilisation of reusable devices.

Applicants should have a Certificate III in Sterilisation Services; training and support are provided to ensure safe, compliant patient care across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (evidence required).
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Ability to participate in a 24/7 rotating roster.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, packing and sterilising of reusable medical devices to standards.
• Conduct electronic lifecycle tracking and tracing of devices for quality and compliance.
• Distribute and issue sterile equipment to clinical areas.
• Maintain compliance with relevant standards and Alfred Health policies.

Skills

Sterilisation

Patient safety

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Sterilisation Services

Tools

Sterilisation equipment

Job description

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Permanent Part-Time (up to 64hrs/fortnight)
• Salary Packaging
• Alfred location

About us

The SSD plays a critical role in supporting safe patient care across Alfred Care Group by ensuring the timely reprocessing, sterilisation and distribution of surgical instruments and reusable medical devices. Our service supports Alfred Main, Alfred Centre and Sandringham Operating Suites

About the role

We are seeking motivated and reliable Instrument Technicians to join our dedicated SSD team in permanent part-time positions.

These positions are primarily based at The Alfred, with opportunities to rotate to Sandringham Hospital as part of a collaborative multi-site service.

Working within a 24/7 rotating roster, you will be responsible for all stages of instrument reprocessing, including:

• Cleaning, packing and sterilising reusable medical devices according to sterilisation standards.
• Electronic lifecycle tracking and tracing of reusable medical devices to support quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Distribution and issuing of sterile equipment to clinical areas
• Maintaining compliance with relevant standards and Alfred Health policies

As a valued member of the team, you will contribute to the safe and efficient delivery of patient care across the organisation

About you

Whether you are an experienced Instrument Technician or looking to further develop your career in sterilisation services, we would love to hear from you.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes
• Strong communication skills, including written and spoken English
• The ability to learn new processes and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliability, accountability and flexibility in the workplace
• Availability to participate in a 24/7 rotating roster
• A minimum Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (evidence required)

Previous experience inSterilising Services is highly regarded but not essential, as comprehensive on-the-job training and support will be provided

• Salary packaging
• Novated leasing
• Onsite gym
• Easy public transport access

For further information, please contact Melissa Klages (SSD Manager) on 0448 983 ***

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.