Job Description

St John of God Bunbury Hospital has been providing high-quality, compassionate health care to the people of Bunbury and the surrounding communities since 1927.

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With 145 beds and more than 330 highly qualified medical practitioners, our hospital caters for a variety of medical and surgical admissions and palliative care, plus allied health and community-based services.

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We offer a wide range of services, caring for inpatients, outpatients and day patients across a range of specialties including medical, surgical, rehabilitation and allied health.

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SJG Bunbury Theatre manages its own Endoscopy reprocessing service, and we are seeking an Endoscopy Sterilisation Technician to join our dedicated team.

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Working within a small and supportive team, you will be responsible for all aspects of endoscope management within the Endoscopy Unit, helping to ensure an efficient and high-quality service.

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Bunbury SSD provides all other sterilisation services to SJG, and as part of this service arrangement, you will work closely and collaboratively with the Bunbury SSD team.

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With a strong focus on professional development, we are committed to providing opportunities for our caregivers to grow, develop their skills and progress their career pathways. If you are passionate about delivering a high standard of patient-centred care and are looking for an opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you.

The Position n

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- Must have a comprehensive and sound knowledge with demonstrated practical competency in endoscopy reprocessing
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- Must have a sound knowledge of GENCA and AS/NZ 5369 standards related to endoscopy reprocessing and storage; Infection control and biotesting.
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- Will work in a small team and responsible for the daily management of Endoscopy lists; Preparing and reprocessing all endoscopes as required.




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- Is responsible for all daily checks of endoscopy reprocessing equipment; Storage units and chemical water unit as per unit policy and service agreements.
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- Must have a good understanding of using an instrument tracking system, e.g Instacount.
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- Will work closely together with SSD Supervisor ensuring required tasks and relevant standards are met. Theatre Nurse Unit Manager is the liaison between SSD and Endoscopy Unit.
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- Prepares for, and deals with endoscopes/equipment received as per policy statements for appropriate decontamination processes.
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- Prepares for, and carries out assembly, storage and reprocessing processes within the endoscopy department and related areas as per policy statements.
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- Monitors reprocessing and storage activities as per policy statement and escalates concerns to Theatre Unit Manager
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- Ensure efficient use and maintenance of equipment and material resources in endoscopy department and related areas, e.g. TOE reprocessing in Angiography Unit.
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- Check relevant inventory to ensure adequate supplies are ordered, prepared and ready for use.
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- Monitor the use of storage areas in the department and related areas.
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- Ensures accurate records are maintained
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You will have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to coordinate, liaise and work collaboratively with colleagues and other multidisciplinary team members.

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To succeed as a Sterilisation Technician,



you will hold a Certificate in Sterilisation at AQF3 or equivalent and hold previous relevant experience with the ability to teach within the Endoscopy and SSD related areas.

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We will provide you with a comprehensive orientation programme and education related to the Endoscopy Reprocessing equipment and processes in the unit.

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Above all, Patient Care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

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- Salary: $79,942.63 to $79,403.93 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
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- Casual hourly rate: $47.25 to $50.69 per hour, inc. 25% casual loading, plus 12% superannuation
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- Full time and casual positions available
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- As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period
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- A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
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- Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
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- Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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- Innovative Professional Development opportunities
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- Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts
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For enquiries contact, Nigel Mallaber, Manager Perioperative Services on .

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At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

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Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

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Our inclusive culture fosters an workplace that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

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📌 Sterilisation Technician (Bunbury)
🏢 St John of God Health Care
📍 Bunbury