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Join to apply for the Instrument Technician role at St Vincent''s Health Australia1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Instrument Technician role at St Vincent''s Health AustraliaJob Description:Join an Organisation where we Serve Something Greater; See Something Greater; and Strive for Something Greater!ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE:In this rewarding opportunity you will join the St Vincents Private Hospital Melbourne (SVPHM) team as Instrument Technician in our Central Sterilising Department at our Fitzroy campus.This role will be part time / full time / casual, working up to 38 hours per week and will be pivotal in the reprocessing of re-usable medical devices in accordance with relevant Standards.You will bring your passion to the role where you will work with the Central Sterilising team to support Surgical Services and associated departments who require surgical instrument reprocessing.WHY WORK FOR SVPHM:You will join a high performing team and a workplace with relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We value our staff and offer professional advancement in a respectful, collaborative and learning environment.Join the St Vincents Health Australia Group, and work for a truly values based organisation, who operate across VIC, NSW and QLDSalary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take home pay!)Gain access to discounted gym membership through Fitness PassportOption to join our workplace giving program, Give4GoodA great work life balance with options to purchase additional leaveReceive a staff discount on hospital admissions to any SVHA Private HospitalABOUT YOU:As an outstanding Instrument Technician you are a master at insert 1-2 areas of experience that will make this employee your SUPERSTAR.Your skills will include:Completion of Certificate 3 or 4 Instrument Technician courseKnowledge of medical terminology, surgical instrumentation handling and careAbility and flexibility to work in a dynamic and changing environmentComputer/Instrument tracking skillsAbout St Vincents Private Hospital MelbourneOur experienced team of clinical professionals, care givers and support staff are equipped to provide the highest level of therapeutic, medical and surgical services. We work together to ensure patient safety, well-being and recovery. We are a not for profit Catholic private hospital which operates across four sites at Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee.APPLY NOW!If this is the role for you, please hit the APPLY button now! Your application must include:Cover LetterResumeWe are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, the principles of cultural diversity and promote a smoke free work environment.St Vincent''s Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all advertised positions. For further information, visit or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au.REQUIREMENTS:Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role.SVPHM has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. You are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, which, depending on the role you perform in the organisation will require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).SVHA generally requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to know more.HAVE A QUESTION AND WANT TO KNOW MORE:If you would like to discuss this opportunity, please contact Pamela Weiner pamela.weiner@svha.org.au or call Katerina Angelopoulos 03 9411 7280 to discuss.ROLE PURPOSETo participate in the provision of patient support services and the maintenance of quality patient care standards through the preparation, sterilisation and delivery of equipment and supplies to the clinical areas.The Instrument Technician is responsible for the provision of patient support services and the maintenance of quality patient care standards through the preparation, sterilisation and delivery of equipment and supplies to theatre. Formal qualifications and limited experience is required to work at this level and supervision is provided by senior technicians and manager.There is a 5 step process in which used instruments from the operating theatre are collected, washed, sterilised and transferred to the store room in preparation for the next surgical procedure. Duties are completed within the central sterile supply department, outside of the operating theatres and within the sterile storeroom.Washing of instruments trays (maximum of 7kg) are transferred from the trolley to the workbench. The instruments are soaked, pressure hosed and scrubbed, and then placed into a tray which is transferred to the trolley. Once the shelves of the trolley are full and/or all the instruments have been hand washed, the trolley is pushed into the washer. The washer is operated using an electronic touch pad.Checking of instruments the instruments are transferred from the washer to a trolley for spot drying. Once dry the instruments are checked (as per a checklist) and organised in preparation for wrapping.Wrapping of instruments the tray is taken from the trolley and placed onto the workbench where a barrier drape is wrapped around the tray and a label is attached which identifies the instruments that are enclosed. The wrapped trays are then placed on the trolley to be transferred to the sterilisation machine. Some individual instruments are packaged and sealed using a sealer machine.Sterilising of instruments the trolley is wheeled to the steriliser machine and the trays are automatically transferred into the machine by using an electronic remote. When sterilisation is completed machine parameters are checked (as per check list) and items put aside to cool.Delivery of instruments Once the trays have cooled down following sterilisation they are covered with a cloth. The trolley is then delivered to the sterile store room for storage.ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXTSt Vincent''s Private Hospital Melbourne (SVPHM) is a not-for-profit, private Catholic hospital caring for the community for more than 100 years. With over 500 registered beds and more than 1,800 staff across four hospitals located in Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee, St Vincent''s Private Hospital Melbourne is one of Melbournes busiest and biggest acute care hospitals. Major specialities of the hospital include orthopaedics, urology, general surgery, cardiology, obstetrics, gynaecology, reconstructive plastic surgery, ophthalmology, and rehabilitation. We also specialise in ear, nose and throat, oncology and haematology.Role ResponsibilitiesKey Result AreasPatient/Resident CenteredActively participate in key initiatives that contribute to improvements in person centred care.Take a partnership approach to care provision by embedding person centred care principles in all aspects of work.Ensure consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible format.Actively support consumers to make informed decisions about their treatment and ongoing care.Ensure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedback.Uphold the expected standards of service excellence.Position AccountabilitiesDemonstrates a professional commitment to other health care professionals by embracing a team approach to care based on mutual respect and direct communication between health professionals, and embracing and actively participating in organisational change.Delivers patient centred care that coordinates individualised care from admission and throughout hospitalisation, incorporating discharge planning in the plan of care.Includes provision of detailed documentation of a systematic comprehensive and accurate assessment of patients.Evaluates the documentation of patient outcomes.Enhances the dignity and integrity of the patient and upholds their rights.Maintains confidentiality and ensures that patient and hospital information and records are not disclosed or misused in any way.Coordinates and implements the intervention(s) identified in the plan of care / clinical path.Evaluates and records progress towards expected outcomes and revises the plan of care as necessary.Formulates and coordinates in conjunction with the Visiting Medical Practitioner (VMP) a plan of care, making substantive nursing judgements based on the health status, physical examination, preference, care and progress of each patient.Communicates patient response to treatment and care and documents accordingly.Facilitates communication between the patient, family, medical, nursing, ancillary and allied health staff.Initiates referrals and utilises available resources for the purpose of comprehensive care to patients and families.Appreciates the complexity of moral decision making, working cooperatively with other members of the health care team to resolve ethical and clinical issues arising in patient care.Participates in team and hospital activities as agreed with NUM.Quality and SafetyMaintain clinical registration and any required indemnity cover (if applicable).Always work within approved scope of practice under supervision by more senior staff as appropriate.Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work undertaken.Take all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical procedures.Complete annual competencies and required training.Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake work.Consult with peers and other experts and refer to other healthcare workers when appropriate and in a timely manner.Participate in clinical risk management, patient safety and continuous quality improvement activities as part of day-to-day work.All practices are consistent with the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, EQUiP National and relevant professional practice and ethical standards and guidelines.Protect the health and safety of self and others, complying with all health and safety related policies, procedures and directions.Demonstrates awareness of cost implication of medical supplies, equipment, linen, etc.Participate in the development and implementation of unit based quality activities.Contributes to the development of unit/ department policies, procedures and programs.Human ResourcesActs as a preceptor for new staff, students and trainees.Participates in annual performance appraisal and regular goal setting.Welcomes, assists and embraces new and junior staff to the unit.Demonstrates ongoing commitment to an Equal Opportunity Workplace.Professional DevelopmentAccountable for personal achievement of 100% competencies as per unit and organisational needs.Liaise closely with the allocated Education Consultant or Clinical Coach to implement and progress own training and development.Attendance required at HICMR Workshop every 2nd year.General/CompliancePerform duties of the position to best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHA.Comply with all SVHA policies, procedures, by laws and directions.Treat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHA Code of Conduct.Only access confidential information held by SVHA when this is necessary for business purposes, maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessed.Participate in the annual SVHA performance review process.Display adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the business.Display a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performance.Complete other duties as requested.Current immunity status that complies with SVHA immunisation policy.Leadership and ManagementCollects, cleans and decontaminates equipment used by the Operating Suite and Clinical units on a daily basis.Loads and unloads ultrasonic, instrument washers, dryers and sterilisers according to instructions and general duties list.Inspect and reassemble items as required.Prepare, check and package instruments, bowls and loan sets to be sterilised.Assists in maintaining a smooth flow of sterilised stock and equipment to the Operating Suite and Clinical Units.Regular checking and testing of washers and sterilisers.Interpret results of printouts and other tests on washers and sterilisers.Visual inspection of goods before packaging and releasing to the clinical areas.Maintains confidentiality and ensures that hospital information and records are not disclosed in any way.Works cooperatively with other members of the health care team to provide high quality service.Risk & Safety ManagementEnsures the provision of a safe work environment, work practices and minimises risks to self, staff and patients.Maintains or exceed standards of infection control, WHS, Clinical risk and legislative compliance.Accountable for personal knowledge of legislative requirements, policies and procedures in the areas of infection control, WHS and Clinical risk.Ensures all work undertaken is within own capacity, experience and training and does not accept duties beyond own abilities or scope of practice.Takes immediate action to rectify any unsafe situations or acts, reporting all incidents and near misses according to hospital policy and procedure.Strictly follows Manual Handling Policy.SELECTION CRITERIAQualificationsRegistered with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) as a Registered Nurse.National Criminal History Check.Essential Skills and ExperienceAbility to maintain collaborative and effective relationships with all multidisciplinary team members.Ability to work flexibly within the Facility service.Ability to provide clinical practice and care consistent with the mission and philosophy of the facility.Ability to plan and coordinate patient/resident/client care effectively, maintain patient/resident/client advocacy and utilise patient/resident/client management systems.Ability to participate in and support education activities and to contribute to the development of self and other team members.Have a working knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations and legislation.Ability to contribute towards effective risk management within the facility particularly in compliance with Work Health & Safety legislation.Demonstrated application of contemporary infection control standards and practices.Ability to participate in quality improvement activities.Instrument technician qualification (Certificate III) from an accredited institution such as a Mayfield course.Effective communication skills with the ability to speak, read and write English fluently is essential.Previous experience in a sterile processing unit an advantage.Must be able to undertake work of a more complex nature within established procedures and guidelines.Must rotate through all areas of the Unit.May perform this role without direct supervision but under the immediate direction of an Instrument Technician Grade 3 or 4.A mandatory 3 months orientation under the supervision of a Grade 3 or Grade 4 Instrument Technician must be undertaken if the incumbent has no prior experience in this hospital.A basic understanding of Microbiology, sterilisation, disinfection and infection control.Ability to confidently handle contaminated equipment.A commitment to safe Infection Control and Occupational Health and Safety Practices.Knowledge of the correct use of ultrasonic, instrument washers and sterilisers.Keyboard skills and basic understanding of software is an advantage.Understanding of and commitment to total quality service.Willingness to comply with hospital policies and procedures.Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Ability to undertake and fulfil all physical aspects of the job.SkillsDesirable Skills and Experience Personal AttributesSpecialist qualifications and/or experience as appropriate to the area of work.A collaborative and inclusive working styleA positive work ethicStrong relationship and interpersonal skillsExcellent planning and time management skillsAble to work autonomously and as part of a teamWilling to uphold the core values of St Vincents Health AustraliaClosing Date:16 July 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent''s we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. 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