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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time/Part Time, Permanent Part Time and Casual Location: Bowral Hospital Position Classification: Sterilisation Technician Grade 2 Remuneration: $34.02 $35.53 per hour Requisition ID: REQ612142 Application Close Date: 26/10/2025 Interview Date Range: 29/10/2025 05/11/2025 Recruiter: Jijin Paulose 02 4861 0167 | [email protected] Note: Previous applicants need not apply. About The Opportunity Bowral & District Hospital are seeking experienced Sterilisation Technicians to join their Central Sterilisation Services Department. We have various contracts available including: Permanent part time, 24 hours per week. Temporary full and part time, up until July 2026, with the possibility for extension, and casual employment. Responsibilities Provide clean, sterile, or disinfected items and equipment to stakeholders within Bowral & District Hospital. Preparation of daily operations and sterile stock rotation and control in the operating suite sterile stock room. Reprocessing of flexible endoscopes in a dedicated scope reprocessing room within the perioperative services. Qualifications A Certificate 3 in Sterilisation Services. Availability and capacity to participate in a rotating roster which includes working all shifts, all days of the week including public holidays. Understanding of WHS and infection control principles pertaining to the CSSD environment. Ability to work as part of a team or independently in line with the position description. Sound attention to detail to ensure quality objectives and to meet the required standards of the Sterilising Department. What We Offer Flexible and supportive work environment. Diverse career pathways. Professional and personal development. Opportunities to start or build a career or re-enter the workforce. Challenging, inspiring, and rewarding roles. Where You''ll Be Working Bowral & District Hospital, located in the picturesque Southern Highlands of NSW, offers a unique blend of rural charm and cosmopolitan amenities. As part of the South Western Sydney Local Health District, it has strong connections to tertiary facilities at Campbelltown and Liverpool. The hospital originally opened in 1889 and has undergone significant redevelopment, with the first stage completed in December 2020. This $123 million redevelopment includes a new Clinical Services Building with a modern emergency department, operating theatres, and inpatient wards. The ongoing second stage will further enhance outpatient services and include a new Aboriginal Dreaming Garden. Known for its commitment to safe, quality patient care, the hospital boasts a 94% satisfaction rate across all markers. Working at Bowral & District Hospital means being part of a community-focused team dedicated to excellence and innovation in healthcare. How to Apply To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application. Certificate II or III in Health Service Assistance (Sterilisation Services) or equivalent & Experience working in a Hospital Sterilising Services Department with sound knowledge and understanding of AS 5369: 2023, Infection Prevention and Control and WH&S requirements. Demonstrated ability to work independently or as an integral team member under the guidance of a Staff Supervisor for the process of complex medical devices including Orthopaedic loan equipment. Ability to prioritise and communicate workload to achieve quality and timely process outcomes. Sound communication ability with a high standard of written and verbal skills to ensure effective listening, understanding, and following direction. Ability to work a rotating roster, including weekends and Public Holidays for the provision of a 7 day service to the Peri-Operative Services Department. Additional Information To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people with disabilities, and people from LGBTQI+ communities to apply. SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young peoples rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. Connect With Us Connect with us on X, Facebook and LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr