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CSSD Technician/ Educator- Grade 4
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Healthscope
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Are you a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced CSSD Instrument Technician- Grade 4/ Educator looking for a new position? Join our dynamic perioperative team on a full-time basis. This role will require participation in an on-call roster- rotating weekends.
About Us
John Fawkner Private Hospital is located in the north-west suburbs of Melbourne. With 186 registered beds, an emergency department, 5 operating theatres, 12 bed Critical Care Complex and a busy day surgery/endoscopy unit the hospital provides a wide range of services to its community.
The hospital specialises in orthopaedics, general surgery, general medicine, oncology, cardiology, urology, plastic surgery, ENT, gynaecology and neurology.
Joining our team means you'll be supported by great team leaders, be part of a strong, innovative team who always strive for better, and have the opportunity to flourish and grow. Come and join our expert team of surgeons, specialist doctors, dedicated nurses and allied health professionals at John Fawkner Private Hospital.
Responsibilities
Organise training sessions for all CSSD staff e.g. loan equipment
Take on portfolio of Infection control
Handle all repair requests
Cleaning, disinfecting, testing, maintenance of Endoscopy equipment
Ensure sterilizing practice standards AS 5369:2023 and infection control guidelines are adhered to at all times
Perform duties in all work areas of the department (decontamination, packing, sterilisation, loan instruments and endoscopy)
Testing of machinery (washers, sterilisers etc.)
Complete audits when required
Ability to plan, manage resources and understand the importance of prioritised equipment
Inform CSSD Manager/Floor Co-ordinator of any deviations from normal e.g. spore tests, pre-vac tests, washer tests, ultra-sonic tests etc
Perform other duties as specified by the CSSD Manager or Peri-Operative Services Manager
Essential Criteria
Minimum of 3 years Grade 4 experience, or higher
Strong experience in Endoscopy required
Certificate IV in sterilising services or working towards this certificate
GENCA accreditation (desirable but not essential)
Committed to maintaining currency in practical skills and knowledge
Excellent customer service skills
Able to work well in a team as well as independently
Able to prioritize, plan, take the initiative and respond to changes
Intermediate computer skills
Why Healthscope?
We care about your career at Healthscope. No matter where you go within our community of care, you'll be supported by great team leaders, be part of strong, innovative teams who always strive for better and have the opportunity to flourish and grow. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day. We are the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia. Our team is made up of over 19,000 highly experienced people working across a range of roles and specialisations. Supported by some of the best doctors in nationally, we come together to strive for better, sharing learnings, supporting each other, celebrating successes and facing challenges together. Joining us opens the door to endless opportunities. We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development, specialisation and education, and support our people to grow and flourish.
Come and be the difference in our patient\'s lives.
Applications close:
15/10/2025
To Apply:
Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to
Required Documentation
Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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