Instrument Technician Grade 1 - 4

Job Description:

Full Time, Part Time and Casual opportunities availablePart Time applicants must be available to work a minimum of 0.6 FTEFitzroy location – close to the CBD and public transportExcellent employee benefits including salary packagingJoin a highly skilled and supportive Sterile Processing Centre team

About The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for Instrument Technicians to join the Sterile Processing Centre (SPC) at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne.As an Instrument Technician, you will play an important role in ensuring the safe, effective and efficient reprocessing of reusable medical devices (RMDs) in accordance with Sterile Processing Centre policies and relevant State and National Standards.Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will rotate across all areas of the Sterile Processing Centre, including supporting the Endoscopy Suite. Your responsibilities will include:

Decontamination and high-level disinfection of reusable medical devicesReprocessing of endoscopy equipmentChecking reusable medical devices and assembling instrument traysPackaging and preparation of sterile barrier systemsSterilisation and sterile storageChecking, testing and maintaining equipment and resourcesMaintaining accurate documentation in line with operational requirementsIdentifying, troubleshooting and reporting equipment or process variances

The Sterile Processing Centre operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and successful applicants will be required to participate in a roster covering a range of shifts.

Classification: Instrument Technician IN1–IN4 ($57,002.40–$73,502.00 per annum, pro rata for part time).

Casual workers will also receive a casual loading fee of 25%.

About You

We are looking for motivated and reliable Instrument Technicians who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

You will bring:

Completion of, or current enrolment in, a Certificate III or IV in Health – Sterilisation ServicesThe ability to read, understand and interpret reprocessing procedures and guidelinesStrong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet operational requirementsEffective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with hospital staff, customers and external suppliersAn understanding of relevant policies and procedures within a sterile processing environmentA current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain one

What We Offer

Working at St Vincent’s means joining a values-driven organisation that supports the wellbeing, development and success of our people. Benefits include:

Salary packaging to increase your take-home payAccess to Fitness PassportEmployee wellbeing initiatives and programsConfidential, solutions-focused employee counsellingA supportive environment that encourages work/life balanceEmployee discounts and promotions through the St Vincent’s FoundationConvenient Fitzroy location close to public transport, cafés and the Melbourne CBDA culture of continuous learning and improvement

About The Sterile Processing Centre

The Sterile Processing Centre is responsible for the reprocessing of reusable medical devices in accordance with AS/NZS 4187, AS 5369 and other relevant local, State and National guidelines and policies. As part of St Vincent’s Perioperative Services, the Sterile Processing Centre provides a critical service supporting the operation of St Vincent’s operating theatres and Endoscopy Suite. The department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, with staff rostered across all shifts.

Working at St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service providing a diverse range of adult clinical services. Our work is guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application

Please submit:

A current resume which outlines which position you are applying for (FT, PT or casual).A cover letter outlining your suitability for the position

Please note that applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered. Shortlisting will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly, as the advertisement may close early if suitable applicants are identified.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is fundamental to our mission, and we value the diversity that reflects the communities we serve. Please visit our website for further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at St Vincent’s.

St Vincent’s Health Australia has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations, including annual influenza vaccination.

Contact

For further information about this position, please contact:

Khrishna Poulton khrishna.poulton@svha.org.au

Samantha Ellis samantha.ellis@svha.org.au

Closing Date:

25 September 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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