CSSD Senior Instrument Technician
Technical Support Grade 3 and 4 (Grade C and D)
Multiple Permanent Full time/Part Time Positions
Cabrini Malvern
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CSSD Cabrini Malvern
At Cabrini Hospital our Central Sterilising Supply Department (CSSD) works with cutting edge sterilisation technology in a fast-paced hospital environment. Our Central Sterilising Supply Department located at Cabrini Malvern services 19 Operating Theatres, three endoscopy rooms and three Cardiac Catheter Labs, with expansion of 4 new theatres and endoscopy (new processing and procedure rooms) due for completion by mid-2026.
Our department has large assembly and storage areas, providing an optimum working environment, where instruments are processed to the highest standard for each procedure. The Instrument Technicians work across a 24/7 rotating roster, reprocessing reusable medical devices for surgical procedures and typically rotate through all phases of the reprocessing cycle.
What the role involves:
Support and consultation with the Nurse Manager/TSE (Grade 5)
Undertake work of a complex nature, rotating through all areas of the department with a high degree of autonomy and accountability
Participate in quality activities that reflect AS5369
Policy/procedure reviews (as directed by the Nurse Manager/TSE)
Promoting the implementation of new ideas, and striving for best practice and continuous improvement
Role model and resource for the team, contributing to staff development, and planning and conducting in-service education programs
This position requires lifting instrument trays up to 7.5kgs.
What we’re looking for:
Along with recent proven experience as an Instrument Technician (Technical Support B or C/grade 2 or 3) and a commitment to providing a high level of service, you will have the following:
MUST have Certificate IV in Sterilising Services or working towards
MUST have a minimum of 24 months experience working within CSSD
Competent/working towards managing people systems/processes
Capable of working with a high level of autonomy, prioritising own work within established policies, guidelines and procedures
Responsible for work performed with a substantial level of accountability and responsibility
Experience of shift supervision and quality assurance activities- (Preferred)
Administrative skills and problem-solving abilities
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
What we offer:
A private, non-profit hospital which offers $15,900 salary packaging tax free plus $2,650 meal & entertainment card benefits.
Our culture is inclusive; we work as a team and are constantly focusing on professional and career development.
$4 per day parking onsite
Additional Employee Leave Benefits
Close to public transport with Myki discount on offer
Working with the latest modern technology and established surgeons
Exciting Theatre and CSSD expansion in Malvern’s Perioperative services
Enquiries to: CSSD Manager Sally Minchin at 03 9508 1413
Apply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate – so don’t wait to get your application in.
To find out more please visit our Careers website: https://www.cabrini.com.au/work-with-us/perioperative-services/
Does this sound like your new role? Bring your skills and enthusiasm to Cabrini Health and help optimise the patient experience and health outcomes for our community.
Cabrini Health acknowledges the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is core to our mission.
As part of our commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
Working for Cabrini
Cabrini Health is a Catholic, private, for-purpose health service located in Melbourne’s southeast. Inspired by the mission and ethic of care of the Cabrini Sisters, providing quality, compassionate care to our community for more than 75 years.
There is something special about Cabrini Health. Our highly skilled staff and specialists incorporate clinical research, innovative models of care and state-of-the-art technology to deliver the best possible care and outcomes for our patients. We demonstrate our mission to serve our community through outreach programs that support asylum seekers, provide healthcare in rural communities and in underdeveloped countries.
Our size, reputation and growth strategy ensure genuine opportunities for our people to learn, grow and realise potential.
Our values: Compassion - Integrity - Courage - Respect
MANDATORY FOR ALL NEW STAFF TO CABRINI
Employment with Cabrini Health will be based on satisfactory background checks such as professional references, National Police Check, vaccinations for annual Influenza plus a Working with Children Check (WWCC) may also be requested. Vaccination for COVID-19 is highly recommended.
