Req ID: 7654
Date: 31 Jul 2026
Site: VCCC (Parkville)
Location:
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000
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Company: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Unit: Infection Prevention
Division: Chief Nursing Officer
Department: Infection Prevention
Enterprise Agreement: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Sin
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Infection Prevention
Infection Prevention | Reusable Medical Device Program Lead
- Full time, ongoing role
- Parkville location, with multiple public transport options
- Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 5 + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave + monthly ADO’s
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) is a Victorian public health service and a world-leading comprehensive cancer centre seeking to excel across all spheres of clinical care, research and education. We are home to the largest cancer research enterprise in Australia and provide treatment to around 40,000 people with cancer each year. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients
About the team
The Infection Prevention team at Peter Mac works to protect patients, staff, and visitors by reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections. We provide expert guidance on infection control practices, monitor and respond to potential outbreaks, and support safe, high-quality cancer care across the organisation.
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Infection Prevention or Central Sterilising Services Department professional to lead Peter Mac’s organisation-wide Reusable Medical Device (RMD) Program.
In this newly established leadership role, you will provide strategic and operational oversight of reusable medical device governance, ensuring compliance with AS 5369:2023 across Endoscopy, Surgical Services, Cancer Imaging and Specialist Clinics. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will drive standardisation, quality improvement, risk management and education initiatives that support safe patient care and accreditation requirements.
Key responsibilities will see you:
- Lead implementation and ongoing compliance with AS 5369:2023.
- Develop and maintain Peter Mac’s RMD governance framework, policies and procedures.
- Coordinate RMD audits, compliance monitoring and reporting.
- Lead quality improvement and risk management initiatives relating to RMDs.
- Support investigation of RMD-related incidents and infection risks.
- Provide expert advice, education and workforce capability development.
- Collaborate with clinical services, Infection Prevention teams and external CSSD providers to ensure safe and compliant reprocessing practices.
This role offers a unique opportunity to influence organisation-wide practice and contribute to safer, high-quality patient care within one of Australia's leading cancer centres.
About you
You will be someone with excellent communication, collaboration and project management skills, who is able to build strong partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders.
You’ll further bring with you:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Postgraduate qualification in Infection Prevention, Sterilisation Services or a related field
- Significant experience in infection prevention and reusable medical device reprocessing
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of AS 5369:2023
- Experience leading quality improvement, governance and compliance programs
- Strong understanding of NSQHS Standards, accreditation and clinical risk management
- Experience with audit, data analysis and reporting
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
- Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
- Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
- Five weeks annual leave, monthly ADO’s, purchased leave options and 17.5% leave loading
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. Applicants should provide a CV and a covering letter highlighting your key skills and experience to assist with our assessment. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and vaccination evidence. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: Stephanie Spilsbury, Nurse Unit Manager
Email: [email protected]
Applications Close 11:49pm: Friday 28 August 2026
Position Summary
Infection Prevention Reusable Medical Device (RMD) Program Lead
Enterprise Agreement
Nurses and Midwives
Classification or Salary Range
Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 5
Immunisation Risk Category
Category A: Position involving direct patient contact, potential for exposure to blood, body fluid, human tissue specimens during course of a normal working day
Key Relationships
Internal • Chief Nursing Officer
- Infectious Diseases physicians
- Surgical Services
- Microbiology team
- Nursing, Medical and Allied Health Leaders
- Director of Quality and Patient Safety
External • Central Sterilising Services Departments (CSSDs) that support Peter Mac’s reprocessing requirements
- Victorian Department of Health
- Western Public Health Unit (WPHU)
- Australian Commission for Safety and Quality in Healthcare
Skills
Essential Requirements •AHPRA Registered Nurse with postgraduate qualifications in Infection Prevention, Sterilisation Services, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years’ postgraduate experience, including senior experience in infection prevention, RMD reprocessing and project leadership.
- Demonstrated expertise in reusable medical device reprocessing, with strong knowledge and application of AS 5369:2023 across diverse clinical settings (e.g. endoscopy, theatres, imaging, outpatient clinics).
- Proven experience leading organisation-wide programs, including development and implementation of RMD governance frameworks, standardisation, and service improvement initiatives.
- Strong understanding of NSQHS Standards, clinical risk management, and accreditation requirements, with experience in audit, compliance, and quality improvement.
- Advanced knowledge of infection prevention and infectious diseases, including surveillance, outbreak management, and evidence-based practice integration.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and build capability across multidisciplinary teams, driving system-wide change and a culture of safety.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including policy development, reporting, and education.
- Experience in data analysis, auditing, and reporting, with proficiency in Microsoft 365 and clinical systems.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively at a senior level within a complex tertiary health service.
Desirable Requirements •Sterilisation services qualification or certification (CSSD or equivalent).
- Experience implementing AS 5369:2023 or transitioning from AS/NZS 4187.
- Experience in tertiary/oncology healthcare settings.
- Knowledge of RMD traceability systems and digital integration.
- Experience with accreditation processes and external reviews.
- Training in quality improvement.
- Involvement in research, publications, or professional bodies (e.g. ACIPC).
- Experience in education and workforce capability development.
Attributes •Embodies the values of the Peter Mac
- Ability to prioritise competing and conflicting requests/requirements
- Excellent organization skills and ability to work to deadlines
- Adaptable and an innovative thinker
- Proven people and communication skills including the capacity to build cooperation and resolve conflict.
- Ability to positively engage with others
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
RMD Governance & Compliance (AS 5369:2023) •Lead implementation and ongoing compliance with AS 5369:2023 across all relevant services (endoscopy, theatres, imaging, clinics).
- Develop and maintain an organisation-wide RMD governance framework, including policies, procedures, and standardised practices.
- Monitor compliance through audit programs, ensuring traceability, documentation, and adherence to reprocessing standards.
RMD Risk, Surveillance & Incident Management •Lead or support incident and outbreak investigations related to RMDs, providing timely risk assessments and recommendations.
- Drive risk mitigation strategies to ensure safe reprocessing, storage, and use of RMDs.
- Assist with surveillance and investigations of device-related infection risks and healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
Data Analysis, Reporting & Assurance •Establish and maintain RMD audit, compliance, and performance reporting systems.
- Works in partnership with Surgical Services to support and align RMD traceability systems and digital compliance solutions with AS 5369.
- Provide regular reports to Infection Prevention Committee on RMD compliance, risks, and improvement activities.
- Use data to inform decision-making, system improvements, and accreditation readiness.
Quality Improvement & Standardisation •Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives to optimise RMD processes and patient safety outcomes.
- Drive standardisation of practices and workflows across departments.
- Contribute to policy development and review aligned with AS 5369 and NSQHS Standards.
- Lead or contribute to research, evaluation, and innovation in RMD and infection prevention.
- Translate emerging evidence and standards into practice across the organisation.
Key Accountabilities (Contd..)
Key Accountabilities Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
Leadership, Education & Capability Building •Provide expert leadership and advice on RMD reprocessing and infection prevention.
- Develop and deliver education and training programs to build workforce capability in RMD practices.
- Influence and support clinicians to embed evidence-based and compliant practices.
Program & Stakeholder Management •Lead coordination of the RMD program across multidisciplinary stakeholders, including Infection Prevention, Surgical Services, clinical services, Radiation Therapy and support departments.
- Authority to set standards and minimum requirements for RMD practices across the organisation
- Lead organisational change management required to embed AS 5369 compliance and standardised RMD practices
- Support planning for future service delivery models, infrastructure, and equipment related to RMDs.
- Ability to escalate non-compliance
- Collaborate across the organisation to ensure sustainable, safe, and efficient RMD systems.
- Contribute to statewide RMD/IPC initiatives and benchmarking activities
- Works in partnership with CSSD providers and clinical services to ensure end-to-end compliance with RMD reprocessing standards.
Professional Practice Professional Practice
- Maintain required training, competencies, and professional development.
- Demonstrate leadership aligned with clinical governance, safety, and Peter Mac values.
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Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
