Sterilisation Technician

Small Animal Specialist Hospital; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary packaging

Continuing education allowance

Paid parental leave for ALL new staff

Job summary

Small Animal Specialist Hospital – Robina QLD is seeking a part-time Sterilisation Technician to join our Gold Coast hospital. You will assist a team of surgeons and clinicians, maintaining sterile instruments and supporting day-to-day operations in a busy 24/7 facility.

Opportunities exist to increase hours and move toward full-time as hospital needs evolve. Ideal candidates are enrolled in Certificate III Sterilisation Services and may have prior veterinary experience.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Certificate III Sterilisation Services.
• Experience in a veterinary setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate steam autoclaves and H2O2 steriliser according to procedures.
• Decontaminate, disinfect and clean surgical instruments and equipment.
• Handle and dispose of infectious waste.
• Function-test surgical equipment.
• Perform quality-assurance sterility checks.
• Maintain sterile instrumentation inventory.
• Assist with animal handling and patient care when required.
• Support daily running including cleaning, laundry, restocking and keeping areas safe and organised.
• Assist with patient admissions and discharges and client communication.

Skills

Sterilisation procedures

Education

Certificate III Sterilisation Services

Job description

Small Animal Specialist Hospital – Robina QLD

At SASH (Small Animal Specialist Hospital), we are committed to providing veterinary care that comes from combining clinical excellence with compassion, dedication, and teamwork. Inspired by the unique bond between pets and their families, our mission is simple – to help them live their best lives.

The Sterilisation Technician position:

We are seeking a Sterilisation Technician to join our Gold Coast hospital. In this position you’ll assist our team of highly skilled professionals who provide exceptional service and the best quality care to our patients. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your skills, deepen your knowledge, and be part of life-changing patient care.

This is a part‑time position one day per week in our 24/7 hospital

For the right candidate, there may be opportunities to increase hours and transition to a full‑time position as the needs of the hospital grow and evolve.

Why This Role Is Special

• Contribute to exciting surgical cases by preparing and maintaining sterile surgical equipment
• Work alongside some of the best Surgeons, Neurologists and Specialist Clinicians in Australia
• Be part of a culture built on teamwork, wellbeing, and a positive, friendly environment
• Develop your skills in gold‑standard infection control from disinfection of patient treatment areas to sterilisation of surgical equipment
• Enjoy a workplace that values ongoing development, reflection and learning
• Make a real impact on pets and their families as we help them live their best lives

What Your Day May Include:

• Operation of steam autoclaves and H2O2 steriliser in accordance with established procedures
• Decontamination, disinfection, and cleaning of surgical instruments and equipment
• Handling and disposal of infectious waste
• Function‑testing surgical equipment
• Performing quality‑assurance testing to ensure sterility
• Maintenance of sterile instrumentation inventory
• Assisting with animal handling and patient care when required
• Supporting the smooth day‑today running of the hospital through general cleaning, laundry, restocking and maintaining clean, safe and organised clinical areas
• Provide occasional support with patient admissions, discharges and client communication

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• Enrolled in Certificate III Sterilisation Services
• Experience in a veterinary setting (desirable)

What’s in it for You?

You will be joining SASH at a very exciting time with career development opportunities available for the right person. The animal health care industry is extremely rewarding, with this role being central in supporting SASH to enrich the lives of pets and their families.

• Competitive salary packaging
• Generous continuing education allowance
• SASH paid parental leave for ALL new parents
• Excellent work life balance
• Supportive leaders, committed to your learning and development
• Collaborative team environment