Instrument Technician - Theatre (Leongatha)

Classification: IN2-IN3 dependant on experience (base rate + allowances) Department: Theatre Excellent advantages package: including Salary Packaging (up to $11,660 p.a.) + Novated Car Leasing + Employee Assistance Program Support with relocation: Short term accommodation may be available Great work location: Close to Melbourne and fantastic beaches Friendly and Supportive team Ongoing education and training: Opportunities of upskilling and professional development About the Role – Casual An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced instrument technician to join our growing CSSD team at Leongatha Memorial Hospital. As an essential member of our team, the CSSD Instrument Technician is responsible for the safe, efficient and compliant reprocessing of reusable medical devices (RMD’s) to support perioperative and clinical services at Leongatha Memorial Hospital. The role ensures all cleaning, disinfection, inspection, packaging, sterilisation, storage and distribution processes are performed in accordance with AS:5369 standards, infection prevention and control standards and National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards. We are searching for a team player with exceptional attention to detail to join our friendly and supportive perioperative team. Responsibilities
- Perform cleaning, disinfection, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilisation and storage of all RMD’s in accordance with AS 5369 and infection prevention standards
- Collaborate with medical, nursing, and allied health colleagues to deliver integrated care
- Undertake routine testing and monitoring of sterilisation processes and equipment
- Maintain accurate documentation and traceability records for all CSSD activities Mandatory Requirements
- Dynamic, self‑motivated and flexible individual who can respond and adapt to change, display empathy, prioritise and problem solve effectively with a positive "can‑do" attitude and eagerness to learn
- Completed certification in Sterilisation Services and at least 12 months experience working in CSSD
- Valid Police Check within 12 months of issue date
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence
- Entitlement to work within Australia
- Seasonal influenza vaccination of healthcare workers in accordance with Secretary, Department of Health Directions How to Apply To apply, please submit your application via Seek including:
- A current resume
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role We encourage you to inform us in your cover letter if you currently work for any of the following organisations: Alfred Health, Peninsular Health, Bass Coast Health or Koo Wee Rup Regional Health Service. Bayside Health embraces and welcomes applications from people from all walks of life, and we are committed to making it easy for you to come and work with us. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are here for you if you need support throughout our recruitment process. Applications close 2nd June 2026. We may appoint to the position prior to the closing date, please apply as soon as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rgz3e