CSSD Technician

About the Company At Evolution Healthcare, we are dedicated to providing innovative and high-quality private healthcare across New Zealand. With a growing team of 1,300 professionals, we operate five hospitals and offer a range of specialist health and wellbeing services. Our commitment to creating a safe, friendly, and inclusive work environment allows us to support our staff in achieving their best. We invest in advanced facilities, technologies, and innovative models to ensure a better future for everyone in our care. About the Role We are currently seeking a Sterilisation Services Department Technician (SSD Technician) to join our team at Bowen Hospital in Wellington. In this full-time, permanent position, you will be responsible for the reprocessing of reusable surgical instruments for the Operating Theatre and other services. Your role will involve monitoring, tracking, and maintaining accurate records, as well as effectively communicating to identify any faults, missing items, or necessary maintenance of equipment. This position requires 80 hours of work per fortnight. Requirements To be successful in this role, you should be an excellent team player who can work accurately under pressure and with limited supervision. A strong commitment to delivering the highest standards of patient safety is essential. We are looking for candidates who possess the following qualifications and experience: - A minimum NZQA Level 3 Sterilising Certificate or equivalent experience - A current NZSSA CSD Registration Certificate - Knowledge of assembly and disassembly processes, as well as assessing the functionality of surgical instruments - Familiarity with sterilising machinery and the ability to troubleshoot related issues - Experience in safely handling and reprocessing flexible endoscopes - An NZQA Certificate in Cleaning is an advantage Leading through our values, we pride ourselves on being a values-driven organization. We expect our team members to embody our core values of integrity, commitment, collaboration, and innovation in their work, always prioritizing the wellbeing of our colleagues and those we care for. Benefits We encourage applications from individuals who have the legal right to work in New Zealand. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that values excellence in patient care, we invite you to apply today.