Sterilisation Technician II: Instrument Sterilisation

Mid North Coast Local Health District; Coffs Harbour; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Mid North Coast Local Health District is seeking a Sterilisation Technician Grade 2 to join the Central Sterile Services Department on a permanent part-time basis. The role ensures decontamination, inspection, packaging and sterilisation of reusable medical equipment to support patient safety and infection control.

Working within a collaborative team, you will contribute to traceability, quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Sterilisation Technology (TAFE).
• Recent experience in a hospital-based sterilising department.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive and complex tasks.
• Sound computer skills and experience with CSSD tracking systems.
• Ability to work effectively under general supervision and meet deadlines.
• Strong understanding of infection control, relevant standards and manufacturer instructions.
• Ability to adapt and work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Willingness to participate in a seven-day rotating roster.
• Commitment to teamwork, professional practice, patient safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, inspect, package and sterilise reusable medical equipment and instruments.
• Maintain infection control, traceability and quality while responding to changing demands in a busy hospital environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hospital experience

Teamwork

Medical equipment handling

Education

Certificate III in Sterilisation Technology (TAFE)

Tools

CSSD tracking systems

Job description

Mid North Coast Local Health District is seeking a Sterilisation Technician Grade 2 to join the Central Sterile Services Department on a permanent part-time basis. The role ensures decontamination, inspection, packaging and sterilisation of reusable medical equipment to support patient safety and infection control.

Working within a collaborative team, you will contribute to traceability, quality and continuous improvement.