Sterilisation Technician

St John of God Health Care; Bunbury; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work options

Employee Assistance Program

12% superannuation

Job summary

St John of God Bunbury Hospital is seeking an Endoscopy Sterilisation Technician to join a dedicated team. You will manage endoscope reprocessing, ensure compliance with GENCA/AS/NZ 5369 standards, and work closely with the SSD team in a small, supportive unit.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate in Sterilisation (AQF3) or equivalent, with demonstrated endoscopy experience and teaching ability within Endoscopy/SSD areas. Orientation and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Sterilisation (AQF3) or equivalent.
• Knowledge of GENCA and AS/NZ 5369 standards related to endoscopy reprocessing and storage; Infection control and biotesting.
• Experience in endoscopy reprocessing with ability to teach within Endoscopy and SSD areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Endoscopy lists and reprocessing of all endoscopes.
• Ensure compliance with policy statements for decontamination processes.
• Monitor endoscopy reprocessing equipment and storage units; perform daily checks.
• Collaborate with SSD Supervisor and Theatre Unit Manager to meet standards.
• Maintain accurate records of reprocessing activities and supplies.

Skills

Endoscopy reprocessing

GENCA & AS/NZ 5369

Infection control

Biotesting

Instrument tracking (Instacount)

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Certificate in Sterilisation (AQF3)

Tools

Instacount

Job description

St John of God Bunbury Hospital has been providing high-quality, compassionate health care to the people of Bunbury and the surrounding communities since 1927.

With 145 beds and more than 330 highly qualified medical practitioners, our hospital caters for a variety of medical and surgical admissions and palliative care, plus allied health and community-based services.

We offer a wide range of services, caring for inpatients, outpatients and day patients across a range of specialties including medical, surgical, rehabilitation and allied health.

About The Role

SJG Bunbury Theatre manages its own Endoscopy reprocessing service, and we are seeking an Endoscopy Sterilisation Technician to join our dedicated team.

Working within a small and supportive team, you will be responsible for all aspects of endoscope management within the Endoscopy Unit, helping to ensure an efficient and high-quality service.

Bunbury SSD provides all other sterilisation services to SJG, and as part of this service arrangement, you will work closely and collaboratively with the Bunbury SSD team.

With a strong focus on professional development, we are committed to providing opportunities for our caregivers to grow, develop their skills and progress their career pathways. If you are passionate about delivering a high standard of patient-centred care and are looking for an opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you.

The Position

• Must have a comprehensive and sound knowledge with demonstrated practical competency in endoscopy reprocessing
• Must have a sound knowledge of GENCA and AS/NZ 5369 standards related to endoscopy reprocessing and storage; Infection control and biotesting.
• Will work in a small team and responsible for the daily management of Endoscopy lists; Preparing and reprocessing all endoscopes as required.
• Is responsible for all daily checks of endoscopy reprocessing equipment; Storage units and chemical water unit as per unit policy and service agreements.
• Must have a good understanding of using an instrument tracking system, e.g Instacount.
• Will work closely together with SSD Supervisor ensuring required tasks and relevant standards are met. Theatre Nurse Unit Manager is the liaison between SSD and Endoscopy Unit.
• Prepares for, and deals with endoscopes/equipment received as per policy statements for appropriate decontamination processes.
• Prepares for, and carries out assembly, storage and reprocessing processes within the endoscopy department and related areas as per policy statements.
• Monitors reprocessing and storage activities as per policy statement and escalates concerns to Theatre Unit Manager
• Ensure efficient use and maintenance of equipment and material resources in endoscopy department and related areas, e.g. TOE reprocessing in Angiography Unit.
• Check relevant inventory to ensure adequate supplies are ordered, prepared and ready for use.
• Monitor the use of storage areas in the department and related areas.
• Ensures accurate records are maintained

You will have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to coordinate, liaise and work collaboratively with colleagues and other multidisciplinary team members.

To succeed as a Sterilisation Technician, you will hold a Certificate in Sterilisation at AQF3 or equivalent and hold previous relevant experience with the ability to teach within the Endoscopy and SSD related areas.

We will provide you with a comprehensive orientation programme and education related to the Endoscopy Reprocessing equipment and processes in the unit.

Above all, Patient Care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer

• Salary: $79,942.63 to $79,403.93 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
• Casual hourly rate: $47.25 to $50.69 per hour, inc. 25% casual loading, plus 12% superannuation
• Full time and casual positions available
• As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period
• A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
• Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
• Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Innovative Professional Development opportunities
• Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts

For enquiries contact, Nigel Mallaber, Manager Perioperative Services on [phone].

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.