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• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Wallaroo
• Salary
  • WHA3  $1,106.10 to $1,117.60 per week + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
  • WHA4  $1,128.60 to $1,140.30 per week + 12% Superannuation + Leave Loading and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary Part Time position working 32 hours per week (up to 12 June 2026)
• Eligibility Open to Everyone 

Please note: Classification and remuneration may be adjusted in line with the new Weekly Paid Enterprise Agreement once implementation arrangements are finalised.

About the Role

An opportunity is available to join the Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD) as a CSSD Attendant, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality sterilisation services across clinical areas. Working under limited direction, you will contribute to the effective processing, preparation, and supply of sterile equipment essential to patient care. Appointment and classification at WHA3 or WHA4 will be determined based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

What Are We Offering?

This role offers the opportunity to work within a vital hospital service that underpins patient safety and clinical care. You will be supported by an experienced team in a structured environment, with access to on-the-job training and professional development. Classification and responsibilities will align with your level of experience, with scope to work across all areas of CSSD as skills develop.

How Will You Contribute?

In this role, you will:

• Perform decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilisation, and distribution of clinical instruments and equipment
• Operate and monitor sterilising and cleaning equipment in accordance with policies, procedures, and AS/NZS standards
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with infection control and workplace safety requirements
• Identify and report faulty instruments, equipment issues, and cycle variances
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to support efficient CSSD operations and timely supply to clinical areas
• Provide assistance and guidance to colleagues within scope of practice, with WHA4 roles supporting higher-level duties and on-the-job training as required

Who Are We Looking For?
We are seeking reliable and motivated individuals who:

• Have experience working in a CSSD or perioperative environment (or a willingness to undertake training)
• Hold, or are willing to obtain, an AQF Certificate III in Sterilising Technology (required for WHA4 classification)
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of infection control principles, sterilisation processes, and workplace safety
• Have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Can work under limited direction and manage competing priorities

Classification Information

WHA3: Suitable for applicants developing skills and experience in sterilisation services

WHA4: Suitable for applicants with demonstrated CSSD experience and completion of Certificate III in Sterilising Technology

Appointment level will be determined based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

About Us

A career in the Yorke and Northern Local Health Network offers many great lifestyle benefits, including diverse job prospects and the opportunity to fast track your skills and career, not to mention your choice of scenery from farm, ocean, vineyards and the Southern Flinders ranges. View the below videos for more information about working for Yorke and Northern Local Health Network

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Important Information

In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here.  For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.

Applicant Information

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) 

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Job ref: 921275

Enquiries

Kylie Russack
Position: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone: 88230200
E-mail: Kylie.Russack@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

2 February 2026 - 2 week close - 11.55PM

Attachments

 921275 - WHA3 CSSD Attendant Role Description.pdf

 921275 - WHA4 Wallaroo CSSD Role Description.pdf

 JCS+Sterilisation+Attendant+final.pdf

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