CSSD Technician

About the role
We are a busy, private and independently owned day hospital specialising in women’s health with a focus on terminations, maxillofacial, dental, plastics and cosmetic surgery. We are seeking a highly experienced and enthusiastic CSSD Technician to join our friendly team at East Brisbane Day Hospital.

We have two rewarding positions Full Time or Part Time & Casual, requiring knowledge, skills and resources to ensure compliance with policies and legislation. 

Salary range: Salary will be based on experience, negotiable for the right candidate

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, our CSSD Technician makes up a vital and respected part of the team at East Brisbane Day Hospital

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What you’ll be doing

• Ensure the CSSD area is clean and maintained to ensure a maximum throughput of equipment and instruments from the dirty area to the clean area

• Ensure the clinic has the appropriate number of sterilised packs for the list as requested

• Operate, interpret and document all machinery operational requirements

• Report and document all quality activities

• Support your co-workers wherever possible and maintain professional working relationships

• Apply Universal Infection Control principles

• Liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team

• Support our Quality & Safety program by participating in all clinical quality initiatives and projects

 

About you

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• Certificate III or IV in Sterilisation

• Minimum 6 months experience as a CSSD Technician working in a surgical setting

• Ability to work autonomously and within a team environment

• Excellent communication skills

• Refined assessment skills

• Knowledge of National Accreditation Standards and ACORN standards

• Strong knowledge of asepsis and sterile procedures

• While providing you the ability to work at the top of your scope, you will be supported by an experienced and knowledgeable nursing team to assist you in being exceptional every time.

If this opportunity aligns with your skills and experience and you have the passion and self-drive that we need, we would love to hear from you!