Instrument Technician

Bayside Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Salary packaging

Retail discounts

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program

Education & training

Job summary

Bayside Health is seeking an Instrument Technician Grade 2–3 to support the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) in reprocessing and sterilising surgical instruments. You will ensure compliance with Australian Standard AS 5369 and hospital policies, contributing to safe patient care across multiple clinical specialties.

The role offers a fixed term part time arrangement (72 hours per fortnight) located in Frankston, with opportunities for professional development and salary packaging

Qualifications

• Experience in sterile reprocessing and the CSSD environment.
• Ability to undertake direction and training, and maintain knowledge in sterile techniques.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Reprocess and sterilise surgical instruments and equipment per AS 5369 and Bayside Health policies.
• Maintain accurate records of sterilisation cycles and QA checks.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure timely delivery of sterile instruments.

Skills

Teamwork

Training

Sterilisation

CSSD

Quality compliance

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 focussed 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.

• Fixed Term Part Time, 72 hours per fortnight until May 2027
• Located in: Frankston

The Team & Role

Join our Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) team as an Instrument Technician Grade 2 - Grade 3, where you will play a key role in the reprocessing and sterilisation of surgical instruments and equipment. Working within a dedicated team environment, you will be responsible for all aspects of the sterilisation process, ensuring compliance with Australian Standard AS 5369 and Bayside Health policies and procedures. This role contributes to the safe delivery of sterile equipment across a range of clinical specialties while maintaining high standards of practice, service delivery, and record keeping. Team members are supported to become multi-skilled across all areas of the department and participate in ongoing competency and professional development activities.

Skills & Experience Required

• Ability to undertake direction and training
• Willingness to maintain and advance knowledge and skills relevant to that position.
• Experienced in working in a team environment.
• Undertakes work of a complex nature rotating throughout all areas of CSSD under the direction of Grade 5 or above
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Ellen Tierney (********@phcn.vic.gov.au)

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Talent Acquisition Team at ***************@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2*** (option 1).

The role ceases advertising on 2 November 2026: Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We kindly ask that all applications be submitted through the advertised application link, as applications received via email are unable to be progressed.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2025 - 2027 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.

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