Sterilisation Technician at St John of God Health Care

Midland, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Sep, 26

Salary

76718.0

Posted On

16 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sterilisation Services, Infection Control, Instrument Handling, Inventory Control, Time Management, Interpersonal Communication, Written Communication, Teamwork, Customer Service, Technical Training, Competency Validation, Prioritisation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Your role at St John of God Midland Private Hospital St John of God Midland Private Hospital is seeking motivated Sterilisation Technicians to join our team, commencing late August. In this vital role, you will maintain the integrity, care, and handling of all surgical instruments, sterile stock, linen, supplies, and equipment in line with established competencies and infection control standards. Working within a supportive and professional environment, you will play a key part in ensuring the safe and effective delivery of patient care in our brand-new facility. The Position Maintains the integrity, care, and handling of surgical instruments, sterile stock, linen, supplies, and equipment in line with competency standards, including knowledge of AS 5369:2023. Ensures a safe, clean environment by adhering to infection control principles and using authorised cleaning products. Promotes effective communication, teamwork, and a customer-focused culture across the Operating Suite, CSD, and wider hospital. Manages time, resources, and equipment efficiently, including inventory control, monitoring storage areas, and ensuring adequate supplies are prepared and available. Performs sterilisation duties, including daily and weekly testing and cleaning of sterilisers, while maintaining accurate records. Acts as a technical resource, supporting CSSD staff and other departments, assisting with training, competency validation, and sharing updates on relevant technologies. Participates in unit resource roles, rotational duties in the Operating Suite, departmental projects, and ongoing professional development, including mandatory training and competency requirements. Undertakes all other reasonable duties as directed by the Manager or Supervisor. The successful candidates will demonstrate a Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (HLT37015) or equivalent (AQF3), along with well-developed interpersonal and written communication skills. You will have strong time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritise workloads effectively in a fast-paced environment. A collaborative approach is essential, with proven ability to liaise and work closely with colleagues and multidisciplinary teams. Candidates will also bring the ability to support teaching and knowledge sharing within CSSD and related areas, along with a strong commitment to customer service. Previous relevant experience in a sterilisation or healthcare setting will be highly regarded. Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values. About the new Midland Private Hospital A brand-new purpose-built state-of-the-art facility, currently under construction, located just 300 metres from the St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals Campus. A comprehensive range of medical and surgical services, with interventional cardiology being offered for the first time in the region The hospital will feature: 96 overnight inpatient beds, including a six-bed critical care/high dependency unit. 33-bed/chair short stay and day procedure unit Eight operating theatres. A cardiac/vascular catheter laboratory We can offer you Salary: $72,408 - $76,718 per annum (pro rata for part time), plus 12% superannuation Casual Rate: $45.65 - $48.37 per hour, plus 12% superannuation Casual and Permanent positions available We offer a range of salary packaging options tailored to your employment status such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses – up to $18,550 as a permanent employee and a percentage of your earnings as a casual A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts If suitable applicants are identified advertisement may close prior to listed date and screening/interviews may commence throughout the advertising process. At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being. Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community. At St John of God Health Care we support you to be the best health care professional or support worker you can be. We believe positive culture drives performance, so we are focussed on building collaborative and supportive team environments, providing opportunities for development and promotion, and ensuring our leaders are visible and accessible. As one of the largest Catholic providers of health care services in Australia, St John of God Health Care is a great place to work with a host of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, and a great work life balance. Our caregivers come from diverse backgrounds and belief systems and you don’t need to be Catholic to work with us. When you start or continue your career with us you also get the chance to make a difference in the care of our patients and clients. We offer opportunities to work in our hospitals, directly with doctors and nurses, in the community, or from any of our locations across Australia.

Responsibilities

Maintain the integrity and care of surgical instruments, sterile stock, and equipment according to infection control standards and AS 5369:2023. Perform sterilisation duties, including equipment testing, cleaning, and maintaining accurate records while supporting CSSD staff.