CSSD Manager

St George Private Hospital, Kogarah

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for a hardworking, highly motivated sterilising technician or perioperative nurse looking to step into a management role as the CSSD Manager. This is a permanent full time role.

 Reporting directly to the Perioperative Services Manager, you will:

• Work alongside the perioperative management team and executives to provide and efficient service within the department and greater hospital
• Ensure the smooth running of the operating lists
• Ensure high standards are maintained whilst adhering to all required legislation and guidelines
• Demonstrate your in-depth knowledge of the AS/NZS 5369:2023 and how these regulations impact the sterilisation process and procedures

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:

• Experience as a sterilising technician with a certificate III in sterilisation services OR experience nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Previous perioperative experience is preferred, though not essential
• Excellent time management and organization skills with attention to detail
• Strong, collaborative interpersonal communication skills with well-developed verbal and written skills
• Ability to work in a busy environment and lead a team through changing priorities and work demands
• Demonstrated ability to nurture and develop team members with a focus on education, training and skill based learning
• Ability to effectively plan and manage the department with a key focus on financial, human and capital resources
• Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Approachable and friendly attitude
• IT Skills including the use of computerized reporting systems
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant infection control standards and sterilisation guidelines including AS/NZS 5369:2023

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.  

Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.  

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

The Hospital

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Suzana Tanevska via, TanevskaS@ramsayhealth.com.au

Applications Close: 10/1/25

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com