CSSD Manager (Fixed-Term)

Epworth Freemasons, located in East Melbourne, is seeking a passionate CSSD Manager to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD), ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant reprocessing of reusable medical devices to support exceptional patient care. You will make an impact by:

• Lead and develop the CSSD team to deliver safe, high-quality services
• Coach, mentor, and support staff performance and professional development
• Manage workforce planning, resources, and operational staffing requirements
• Implement and adhere to Epworth OHS policies, protocols and safe work procedures
• Foster a positive team culture aligned with Epworth's values and strategic goals
• Adhere to infection control/personal hygiene precautions To be successful in this role: This role supports perioperative services by managing the loan instrumentation and equipment process, ensuring all required items are received, processed, and available for use when needed. You will be responsible for the reprocessing of reusable medical devices, including collection, cleaning, decontamination, inspection, testing, packaging, sterilisation, storage, and distribution. Working as part of a collaborative and high-performing CSSD team, you will contribute to infection prevention, patient safety, and the delivery of quality clinical services. Previous theatre nursing experience and a sound understanding of sterilisation and CSSD practices are essential. You will have:
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in CSSD at a supervisor/manager level with some knowledge and experience with sterilisation of reusable medical devices
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• An understanding of the loan instrument and equipment processes
• Certificate IV in Sterilisation Services
• A commitment to excellent customer service and quality improvement
• Demonstrated knowledge in the application of infection prevention and control practices, as well as OHS requirements as they relate to sterilising services
• Understanding of private health industry and professional trends in infection control and sterilisation
• Broad knowledge of financial management principles including budget preparation and budget management Position Description We will review applications as we receive them. About Epworth Freemasons Located in East Melbourne, close to public transport and the CBD, Epworth Freemasons provides a range of world-class health services. As one of Victoria's leading maternity hospitals, Epworth Freemasons specialises in women’s and men’s health services including breast and gynaecological surgery, endoscopy and urology. Epworth Freemasons also offers comprehensive cancer care, and a full range of surgical services, including robotic assisted surgery, orthopaedics and ICU care.
• Certificate in IV in Infection Control and Sterilisation Services Why Join Epworth? At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:
• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates At Epworth, we care. We care about our patients and we care about our people. We care about keeping everyone safe. We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers. And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone. If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect. The annual salary range for an Instrument Technician Manager – AUD $90,821 + super + entitlements dependent on year level (prorated for part-time). Enquire/ Apply Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter. For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] or phone (03) 9426 0606. It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy. As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you). At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care. Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people. We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging. Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.