Sterilising Technician - Targeted
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- Sterilisation Technician
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- REQ590491 Requisition #
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- 21 hours ago Post Date
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Temporary Full Time Until August 2026
Position Classification: Sterilisation Tech Grade 2
Remuneration: $67,463.24 - $70,457.77 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ590491
Closing Date: Monday 18th August 2025
Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Land
Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply, and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.
About The Role:
As a Sterilisation Technician, you will be responsible for the thorough reprocessing of a wide range of medical and surgical instruments across all specialties including Orthopaedics, Trauma, and Neurosurgery. You will ensure strict compliance with all statutory regulations and departmental protocols. Additionally, your expertise will extend to supporting our external customer service operations, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
Located on Level 1, the Sterilising Services department at John Hunter Hospital The Service Operates 24/7 Monday to Friday and on Weekends and Public Holidays the Department is open 7:00 to 23:00, providing essential reprocessing services to John Hunter, Belmont, and Calvary Mater Hospitals. We support 15 Operating Suites and numerous clinics, wards, and external customers. Excitingly, our department will move to the new Acute Services Building in 2026
You will undergo comprehensive training facilitated by our Quality Education Coordinator, with ongoing support provided by Supervisors and Team Leaders
About You:
- Sterilisation Technology Certificate II or III in health service assistance (sterilisation services) or equivalent qualification and relevant experience in sterilisation services department within a healthcare facility
- Experience in a multi–disciplinary hospital sterilisation services department with experience in using an electronic instrument tracking system
- Possesses excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, fostering effective collaboration and understanding across multidisciplinary teams.
Benefits:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Monthly Allocated Days Off
- 4 weeks annual leave
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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For role related queries or questions contact Susan Ison on Sue.Ison@health.nsw.gov.au
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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