CSSD Manager

Dudley Private Hospital, Orange

• Permanent full-time opportunity.
• Join our passionate operational leadership team at Dudley Private Hospital and ensure the effective delivery of care to our patients!

The Opportunity 

An exciting opportunity exists for a hardworking, highly motivated sterilising technician or perioperative nurse looking to step into a management role as the CSSD Manager.

Key Accountabilities

Reporting directly to the Director of Clinical Services, you will:

• Work alongside the perioperative management team and executives to provide and efficient service within the department and greater hospital
• Ensure the smooth running of the operating lists
• Ensure high standards are maintained whilst adhering to all required legislation and guidelines
• Demonstrate your in-depth knowledge of the AS/NZS 4187 and how these regulations impact the sterilisation process and procedures

This is a great opportunity to be an important and key part in our perioperative team!

Key Skills and Experience

• An experienced sterilising technician with a certificate III in sterilisation services OR an experienced nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Previous perioperative experience is preferred, though not essential
• Demonstrated ability to nurture and develop team members with a focus on education, training and skill based learning
• Ability to effectively plan and manage the department with a key focus on financial, human and capital resources
• Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• IT Skills including the use of computerized reporting systems
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant infection control standards and sterilisation guidelines including AS/NZS 4187

Remuneration: On offer is base hourly rate ranging from $50.42 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.  

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.  

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more. 

The Hospital

Dudley Private Hospital cares for thousands of patients per year through a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, rehabilitation, and mental health services. We acquired a second hospital in Orange in 2023, now called Ramsay Surgical Centre Orange, for day procedures, expanding our presence in the local community. The CSSD services both hospitals and operates as a Hub and Spoke coordinated unit. 

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

If you have any enquiries regarding this opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Wendy Beale, DCS via email at BealeW@ramsayhealth.com.au

Closing Date: 15 November 2024