Instrument Technician
Based in New Zealand
Core
Reprocessing reusable medical devices including endoscopy equipment, cleaning, sterilisation, autoclaving, and distribution of sterile instruments in a hospital CSSD.
Role type
Instrument Technician (CSSD)
Builds
Sterile instruments and supplies for surgical and clinical services
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Device Reprocessing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
AS/NZS 5369 standards compliance, infection control standards, OH&S legislation, WorkCover obligations, attention to detail
Preferred skills
Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services, customer service, initiative, motivation
Technologies
Autoclaves, sterilisation equipment
Responsibilities
Reprocess reusable medical devices, clean and sterilise instruments, distribute sterile supplies, collaborate with clinical staff
Seniority
Entry to Mid-level, hands-on IC