CSSD Technician
Job no: 537028
Work type: Casual
Location: Wagga Wagga
Categories: Allied Health / Health Professionals
CSSD Technician- Calvary Riverina Hospital- Casual position
- Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providers
- Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment
- Casual position
About the role
The CSSD technician is responsible for the processing and the reprocessing of Reusable Medial Devices (RMD) for use in Operating Theatres and Day Surgery Unit (Offsite) and other relevant areas where RMDs are utilised. This position is a casual position that will support permanent staff and assist in the functioning of the CSSD
Your main duties will include:
- Decontamination, cleaning, packing, disinfection and sterilisation of all reusable medical and surgical equipment.
- Document and report results of all processes as per policies and procedures.
- Operate, clean and maintain equipment and environment by following set policies and procedures and manufacturer’s instructions.
- Distribute decontaminated or sterile products to patient care areas.
- Cleaning and reprocessing of endoscopes
About you
- Demonstrated understanding of WHS and infection control principles and how these pertain to the sterilisation service
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, operating independently within role
- Sound attention to detail to ensure accuracy to meet required standard of the Sterilising Department
- Availability and capacity to participate in a 5-day rotating roster including on call, weekends and public holidays
- Certificate III in sterilisation (or working towards)
- Effective communication & interpersonal skills
For further information please contact Lee-Anne Driscoll CSSD Supervisor on Lee-Anne.Driscoll@calvarycare.org.au
Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.
With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.
Your benefits:
- NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
- Training, development pathways and career opportunities
- Flexible hours that make sense for you
As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.
Please note the following:
- As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
- You may be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella
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