HELPING OUR COMMUNITY LIVE WELL. CSSD Instrument Technician Clinical Services - Theatre Casual position Flexible working arrangements Kyabram District Health Service (KDHS) is a medium-sized rural health service that delivers a range of programs and services including acute, subacute, residential aged care and allied and primary health care services. KDHS has three campuses located in the townships of Kyabram, Stanhope and Tongala. KDHS is a passionate inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are a culturally diverse organisation with a wide variety of people from different races, cultures, age, gender, ethnicity, physical ability, sexual orientation, religious belief, work experience and education background. We believe diversity drives innovation and we will continue to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex and where there is a deep sense of pride, passion and belonging that transcends any role. https://www.visitkyabram.com.au/community/ About the Role KDHS is wanting to appoint a suitably qualified (CIII/IV) CSSD Instrument Technician to join the busy, vibrant and high functioning Theatre team. The CSSD Sterilising/Instrument Technician will ensure efficient service delivery of sterile products to support patient care and ensure positive clinical outcomes. The CSSD technician is responsible for the decontamination and reprocessing of instruments and equipment needed by the Operating Suite and other areas of KDHS About You Certificate 3 or 4 in Health Sterilising Services. A keen interest in the cleaning, packing and sterilisation of instruments and equipment Minimum 2 years’ experience within sterilisation services in a hospital with extensive experience in sterilising Sound knowledge of accreditation standards and experience with AS:4187, ISO and ACORN Able to work independently in a changing environment Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to learn Knowledge, understanding and experience with Infection Prevention and WHS standards Excellent communication skills Sound computer skills Ability to work autonomously and under pressure Knowledge of OH&S issues and safe manual handling What KDHS Can Offer You KDHS is a compassionate, family friendly employer where every employee is a valued team member. Inclusive of a perfect work/life balance, KDHS also provides: A dynamic workplace Free onsite car parking Professional Development opportunities Salary Sacrifice/Packaging Employee Assistance Program Immediate Start option 5 Weeks Annual Leave Further Information Download a copy of the position description and contact, Nursing Unit Manager on 5857 0221 or via email KDHSTheatreNUM@kyhealth.org.au Vaccination against COVID-19 and Influenza (where mandated) is a mandatory requirement for this role. All appointments are made subject to satisfactory police check and Victorian ‘Employee’ Working with Children’s Check. Completion of a Commonwealth of Australia Statutory Declaration is required prior to commencement. KDHS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged. KDHS would like to acknowledge that we operate on Yorta Yorta land and wish to pay our respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We recognise our First Peoples as the Oldest Living Culture on the Planet and their connection to our lands and waterways. Recruitment agencies should note that KDHS does not accept agency resumes. KDHS is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.
