Sterilisation Technician
Core
Maintain the integrity, care, and handling of surgical instruments, sterile stock, linen, supplies, and equipment in line with infection control standards.
Role type
Sterilisation Technician
Builds
Sterile surgical instruments and supplies for patient care
Domain
Healthcare / Hospital Infection Control
Required skills
Sterilisation procedures, Infection control principles, Inventory management, Equipment maintenance, Record keeping, Technical training support
Preferred skills
Certificate III in Sterilisation Services (HLT37015), Previous healthcare experience, Time management, Team collaboration
Technologies
AS 5369:2023, Sterilisers
Responsibilities
Maintain surgical instruments and sterile stock, Ensure safe environment via infection control, Manage inventory and equipment, Perform sterilisation duties and testing, Support staff training and competency validation, Participate in rotational duties and projects
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, Hands-on IC