Sterilisation Technician

• Join our experienced, supportive & inclusive team
• Make a difference - we are NSW’s largest private hospital & also Not-For-Profit
• Support surgical teams through high-quality instrument reprocessing in a collaborative hospital environment.

Taking care of people is our reason for being

At Sydney Adventist Hospital, fondly known as the San, caring for people is at the core of who we are. It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here.

When you join our team, you’ll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.

Some of the exceptional benefits we offer include

• As a not-for-profit, we offer salary packaging that can reduce the amount of tax you pay, which can leave you with thousands of dollars more in your pocket.
• Discounted gym membership for you and your family using Fitness Passport
• Great on campus amenities including cafés, gift shop, florist and even a hairdresser
• Discounted onsite parking, plus lots more!

What you’ll be doing in this role

Join our Central Sterilisation Services Dept (CSSD), as a highly valued casual member of the team to cover shifts on an ongoing basis. The CSSD department is responsible for the cleaning, packing and sterilizing of surgical instruments and other Reusable Medical Devices (RMDs) for use in Operating Theatres and for other departments and external clinics and customers. You may be required on occasion to work in the CSSD department at the San Day Surgery in Hornsby. On-the-job training will be provided.

You will be part of a dedicated, large team of around 38 staff, who are passionate in delivering support services through the timely provision of quality reprocessed medical devices worthy of patient use. The team performs its role with great joy, knowing they are supporting surgical, nursing, and other procedural teams to deliver the best in patient care, and they proudly maintain a strong track record of low staff turnover which reflects a supportive and stable work environment.

This casual position offers up to five shifts per week based on the needs of the department, providing the flexibility of casual work with the benefit of consistent hours. Shifts are available across weekdays and weekends, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking flexibility alongside meaningful hands-on experience.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Actively uphold and contribute to AHCL policies, procedures, and compliance standards, ensuring the highest level of safety and legislative adherence.
• Proactively identify, report, and respond to incidents, hazards, and risks to maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.
• Collaborate in team meetings, risk assessments, and continuous improvement discussions, contributing ideas that enhance service quality.
• Commit to ongoing professional development by participating in all required and relevant training programs.
• Play an integral role in fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement within a supportive and high-performing environment.

Who we are looking for

• A self-motivated, proactive and positive person who is willing to learn and develop their skills.
• Flexibility and sound availability to work across a variety of shifts, often at short notice. Shifts typically start at 7am, 10am and 3pm The department is open from 6 am to 11 pm on weekdays, and 7am to 3pm on weekends.
• Ideally availability to work up to five shifts per week between Monday and Sunday, depending on the needs of the department.
• Strong communication (both written & verbal) and people skills with demonstrated experience considerately & professionally communicating with patients, their families, visitors and your colleagues.
• You’ll be systematic, able to prioritise tasks but also have initiative and critical problem-solving capability whilst maintaining great attention to detail.
• You’ll be adaptable, eager to learn, and work well in a team-orientated, fast-paced environment.
• Work well in both team and independent settings under time constraints.

About Us

Adventist HealthCare owns and operates San Day Surgery, Hornsby, and the Sydney Adventist Hospital (fondly known as the San). The San is NSW’s largest private hospital. Founded in 1903, we are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit, we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2400+ staff members and the community we serve.

What to expect

Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, functional questionnaire, a national police check, working with children check, vaccination evidence, among others.

How to apply

If you see yourself in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the ‘Apply’ button and we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.

Applications close 9 October. They will be reviewed as they are received and progressed to interview and appointed if deemed suitable. Therefore, we encourage you to Apply Now to avoid disappointment.

If you would like to know more, then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Zak Farhod on careers@sah.org.au. Please note that no applications via email will be accepted.