Sterilisation Technician: Safeguard Surgical Instruments

Southern NSW Local Health District; Armidale; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District in Armidale is seeking a Sterilisation Technician to support safe, high‑quality patient care. The role reprocesses surgical instruments and reusable devices for use across theatres, wards and outpatient services.

This permanent full‑time position at Armidale Hospital requires adherence to infection prevention standards and AS 5369:2023, with a Certificate III in Sterilisation or commitment to obtain within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Currently undertaking Certificate III in Sterilisation or willingness to obtain within 12 months.
• Previous experience in sterilising services, theatres, healthcare or similar high-standard processing environments is desirable.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail to maintain infection prevention standards.

Responsibilities

• Expertly cleaning, decontaminating and preparing surgical instruments and reusable devices.
• Inspecting, assembling, packaging and sterilising reusable medical devices.
• Ensuring compliance with AS 5369:2023 and hospital policies to maintain patient safety.
• Operating sterilisation equipment such as washer‑disinfectors and sterilisers.
• Maintaining sterile stock levels and supporting inventory management.
• Recording instruments using electronic traceability systems and collaborating with perioperative teams.

Education

Certificate III in Sterilisation

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District in Armidale is seeking a Sterilisation Technician to support safe, high‑quality patient care. The role reprocesses surgical instruments and reusable devices for use across theatres, wards and outpatient services.

This permanent full‑time position at Armidale Hospital requires adherence to infection prevention standards and AS 5369:2023, with a Certificate III in Sterilisation or commitment to obtain within 12 months.