• Role title: Sterilization Technician
• Role type: Permanent Part-Time (16hrs/week)
• Role grade: Sterilisation Technician Grade 2 Year1-3
• Department and location: Sterilisation Processing Centre, St Vincent's Hospital, Darlinghurst
• Salary: $ 67,463.36 - 70,457.93 (pro-rata) + super.

Better and fairer care. Always.
We are St Vincent's Health Australia, Australia's largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services.

Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.

About the role

• Ensure the highest standard of patient care by preparing, sterilising, and supplying reusable medical and surgical equipment to all clinical areas in accordance with Sterilising Processing Department (SPC) policies and procedures.
• Monitor and document mechanical, chemical, and biological indicators to guarantee the effectiveness and safety of sterilisation processes.
• Maintain accurate records for each steriliser load and support quality control within all sterilising service operations, upholding workplace policies and infection control standards.
• Act as a knowledgeable resource within the SPC team, contributing to staff education and continuously supporting departmental functions to meet patient care needs.
• Hold or be willing to undertake the Sterilising Technology Certificate III, demonstrating a strong commitment to professional development and exceptional customer service.

About you

• Commitment to Growth: Have completed Sterilising Services Certificate III, or prior experience in sterilising services with a solid understanding of workflow and sterilisation processes.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with the capacity to listen attentively, follow directions accurately, and collaborate effectively.
• Resilience Under Pressure: Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage strict timeframes in a fast-paced, high-demand environment without compromising quality.
• Team Player with Cultural Awareness: Ability to work harmoniously within a diverse, multicultural team, contributing positively to the workplace culture.
• Safety and Compliance Focused: Sound knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control guidelines, National Sterilisation standards, and Workplace Health & Safety (WH&S) requirements, alongside the flexibility to work a 7-day, 24-hour rotating roster.

Why work at St Vincent's?

• Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community
• Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport
• Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank
• Access to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-free
• Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leave

About the hospital
In this role you will be based at St Vincent's hospital, Darlinghurst.

• A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful location
• Surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches
• A place of expert clinical care for at-risk people
• Closely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campus
• Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional health

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.

Equal opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

How to apply
The closing date for applications is 09 July 2025
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with the role.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.