CSSD Technician
Mater
Townsville, AustraliaPosted Discovered via the company's careers siteMatch locked
PermanentTheatre assistant
About the role
Mater Private Hospital Townsville are currently seeking an experienced CSSD Technician to join our team. We can offer great flexibility within your employment, being open to either Permanent Part/ Full Time and Casual - Choice the employment that suits you and your lifestyle!!! Our CSSD team operates between 6:30am and 11:00pm, with successful applicants working a variety of shifts across these hours at our Pimlico campus.
In this role you will provide an efficient and effective preparation and sterilisation service by utilising a high standard of skills and procedures by industry and hospital guidelines.
The Perioperative Services department at Mater Private Hospital Townsville provides surgical services across 16 theatres and caters for adults and pediatrics with a variety of surgical specialties. MPHT boasts brand new state of the art theatre facilities, a catheterization laboratory, separate onsite day site surgery facilities as well as newly implemented robotic surgery involving the da Vinci Surgical System.
What you’ll be doing
- Apply appropriate cleaning methods, disinfecting agents and procedures on surgical instrumentation.
- Process equipment for transfer to an external sterilising unit where necessary.
- Maintain a sound knowledge of surgical instruments and packaging techniques.
- Conduct all sterilisation procedures following accepted sterilisation methods and principles.
- Process endoscopic equipment for multi-use purposes.
- Store sterilised items appropriately to maintain sterility and maximise access and efficiency.
- Perform functions within the scope of practice according to accepted clinical principles, standards, and regulations.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following criteria:
- A demonstrated understanding of infection control principles.
- Basic computer skills
- A background working in a clinical / health care background
- Practical interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable:
- Exposure to Sterilisation Services in a healthcare environment
- Certificate III in Sterilisation Services, or the ability to provide evidence of working towards attainment within the first six months.
- Previous experience in a CSSD role with the ability to work in all areas with a high degree of autonomy and accountability.
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research - and it's our people who make the difference.
We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
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Increase your take-home pay
with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
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Grow your career
with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
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Wellbeing support
through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
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Access a range of health and wellbeing services
with a corporate discount on private health insurance
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Exclusive discounts
across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
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Stay active
with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
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Convenient, free on-site parking
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Enjoy great food
with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
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Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater .
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Direct applications only
- we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).
Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage .
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
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