Assistant in Nursing (Central Sterilising Services Department - CSSD) - Theatre

Mackay Hospital and Health Service is dedicated to delivering quality health care across the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions.

Join our growing Health Service and be part of a culture built on collaboration, trust, respect, and teamwork.

Whether you’re working in regional, rural, or remote settings, we offer unique opportunities and experiences you won’t find in a metropolitan hospital.

Role details

The Central Sterilising Department at the Mackay Base Hospital is seeking applications for an Assistant in Nursing to join their team on a casual basis.

For information on how to apply and the mandatory requirements for this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.

Your opportunity

The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) assists and supports the Registered Nurse (RN) in the provision of direct/indirect person-centred care. The AIN is responsible for providing nursing care in a professional, safe and compassionate manner according to their education and competence. An AIN in the CSD will be required to ensure RMD's are safe for patient care.

About the Team

The Central Sterilising Department (CSD) IS utilised by multiple units within MBH & MHHS hospitals, community services and clinics. Our CSD sterilising practice is guided by Australia and New Zealand Standard 4187, Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and Sterilising Research Advisory Council Australia (SRACA). While CSD is not involved in direct patient care, our CSD has a high level of processes and responsibility to ensure Reusable Medical Devices (RMDs) are safe for patient care.

About our Hospital and Health Service

Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,700 staff. The district covers an area of approximately 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.

Some of our great benefits on offer

• Competitive wages, salary packaging and leave entitlements
• Flexible working arrangements
• A diverse work culture
• Career development
• Professional development opportunities
• Education opportunities, Study and Research
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport