Sterilisation Technician

Description

Cleans, sterilises and packages surgical instruments and other hospital equipment, soft goods and linen in a sterilisation service facility.

Description

This unit group covers Machine Operators not elsewhere classified. It includes Chemical Production Machine Operators, Clay Products Machine Operators, Concrete Products Machine Operators, Crushing Machine Operators, Glass Production Machine Operators, Photographic Print Processors, Sterilisation Technicians and Stone Processing Machine Operators.

Tasks include

• Assembles, packages, inspects and sorts surgical instruments and other hospital equipment, soft goods and linen for cleaning and sterilisation
• Operates cleaning and sterilisation equipment according to guidelines
• Monitors sterilisation cycles and equipment functionality
• Maintains inventory of sterile supplies and restocks as needed
• Adheres to infection control and safety protocols
• Collaborates with Health Professionals to ensure that sterilised equipment is readily available for patient care
• Cleans and maintains the sterilisation service facility and equipment