Assistant in Nursing CSSD

Mater•Redlands, CA

5d•$36 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Mater Private Hospital Redlands' Perioperative Department is searching for an experienced, enthusiastic and energetic Assistant in Nursing to work within our Centralised Sterile Services Department (CSSD) on a permanent part-time 24 hours per week basis. Flexibility is required as you will be required to work a range of shifts Monday to Saturday plus participate in the on-call roster. Mater Private Hospital Redland offers the opportunity to be exposed to different areas of Redlands Mater Private Hospital and gain valuable experience. Mater Private Hospital Redland has been supporting Brisbane's Bayside community since 2000 and is Redland Shire's only private hospital facility. Located in the suburb of Cleveland, the 60-bed hospital features 3 operating theatres, 2 endosuits and a wide range of specialised surgical and medical services. Salary range: $35.92 - $36.97 per hour plus superannuation [https://www.ato.gov.au/tax-rates-and-codes/key-superannuation-rates-and-thresholds/super-guarantee] and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 [https://account.smartsalary.com.au/benefits-available?ercode=MML]  + access to many staff benefits!  [https://www.mater.org.au/group/careers/working-with-mater] What you’ll be doing You will support the theatre and CSSD team in activities that ensure the provision of a safe and efficient sterilising service. You will also participate in hospital quality management systems in the unit to ensure a continuous improvement focus. Your enthusiasm and skills will see you seamlessly integrate into this outstanding team, assisting to provide an exceptional level of care and to hit-the-ground-running.

Requirements

Must hold or be currently enrolled in a Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (Mandatory)
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing for long periods, pushing heavy trolleys, and lifting instrument trays (up to 10kg)
Proficiency in computer skills and experience navigating digital instrument tracking software
Proven knowledge in undertaking sterile services functions at an operational level within a hospital or large organization
An understanding of and commitment to the Mater Mission and Values, applying them practically within the department
Effective interpersonal skills to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and engage with service partners
Experience in Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) issues and a commitment to Best Practice systems

Nice To Haves

Handling loan set processing and endoscope reprocessing (desirable)

Responsibilities

Decontamination & Assembly: Manual and automated cleaning, inspection, and packing of surgical trays and specialised equipment’s
System Tracking: Accurate documentation and data entry using electronic tracking systems (T-Doc) to manage the instrument lifecycle
Sterilization: Operating autoclaves and monitoring sterilization cycles in line with Best Practice
Specialised Processing: Handling loan set processing and endoscope reprocessing (desirable)
Quality & Safety: Engaging with Risk Management, Continuous Quality Improvement, and WHS systems

Benefits

Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
Convenient, discounted on-site parking
Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

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