Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers workers who provide a range of varied activities in a sterilising service or department. This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 15 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTHSE204C Follow safe manual handling practices
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTOHS200B Participate in OHS processes
HLTSTE301C Clean reusable medical equipment (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTSTE302C Inspect and pack items (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTSTE308B)
HLTSTE303C Sterilise loads (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTSTE306C Manage sterile stock (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTSTE307B Disinfect re -usable medical devices (Note pre-requs: HLTIN301C, HLTSTE301C)
HLTSTE308B Care for surgical instruments (Note pre-requ: HLTSTE301C)
Group A elective - required for work in sterilisation services
The following unit or a unit with equivalent competency outcomes is required to work in sterilisation services.
BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
Group B electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co -workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander people
Other relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.
The following list of electives may facilitate selection.
Other sterilisation functions
HLTTH303C Identify and move to maintain a sterile field (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
LMTLA2009A Inspect , fold and pack theatre linen
Work relationships
BSBCUS301A Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBFLM312C Contribute to team effectiveness
BSBINN301A Promote innovation in a team environment
CHCCS401B Facilitate responsible behaviour
CHCORG303B Participate effectively in the work environment
HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment
HLTCSD306C Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour
Support function
BSBWOR204A Use business technology
