Certified Medical Device Reprocessing Technician

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Surgical Processor at Alberta Children's Hospital to perform decontamination, reassembly and sterilization of hospital supplies and instruments. You will apply aseptic techniques, conduct QA testing and ensure equipment is safe and ready for use.

The role requires three years of experience in a tertiary care setting. Posting includes a 1.0 FTE, days shifts, and consideration of union AUPE GSS.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) program.
• Completion of a Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) certification or Canadian Standards Association (CSA) certification.
• Three years’ experience as a surgical processor in a tertiary care facility.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, reassemble and sterilize hospital supplies, equipment and surgical instrumentation.
• Use aseptic technique and universal precautions to prevent HAIs.
• Test and document equipment function; report problems to supervisor.

Skills

MDR program

Hand hygiene auditing

Inventory management

Oracle

Education

MDR program certificate

HSPA or CSA certification

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Under the supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Manager, the RT Surgical Processor plays a key role in supporting the operational efficiency, equipment readiness, and infection prevention practices of the Respiratory Therapy Department. This position works collaboratively with respiratory therapists, multidisciplinary teams, and support services to ensure respiratory equipment and supplies are available, safe, and properly maintained. Key responsibilities include managing and maintaining inventory of respiratory supplies and equipment; ordering, tracking, and prioritizing stock; supporting equipment workflow across Respiratory Therapy and inpatient areas including PICU, NICU, Emergency Department, and inpatient units; mitigating equipment backorders and product substitutions; disassembly, decontamination, reassembly, function testing, storage, distribution, and quality assurance of respiratory equipment in accordance with Infection Prevention and Control (IP&C) standards; performing routine maintenance and documentation for specialized respiratory equipment. Additional responsibilities include supporting lab accreditation activities, nitric oxide inventory, workplace health and safety initiatives, hand hygiene and N95 fit testing programs, and coordination with FM&E, Biomedical Engineering, and IT regarding equipment and facility concerns. The position requires frequent lifting and movement of equipment, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Office and Oracle. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous professional development. They demonstrate initiative, accountability, and a collaborative approach while promoting a culture of safety, service, and leading by example.

Description:

As a Surgical Processor, you will be responsible for the decontamination, reassembly and sterilization of hospital supplies, equipment and surgical instrumentation. You will use the principles of aseptic technique and follow Universal Precautions in the prevention of Hospital Acquired Infections (HAI). You will ensure instrumentation and equipment is in proper working order, perform biological, chemical and quality assurance testing and report problems to the supervisor or designate.

• Classification: Certified MDR Tech
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: ACH Respiratory Therapy
• Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 14-JUN-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $25.70
• Maximum Salary: $29.28
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Certified MDR Tech
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: ACH Respiratory Therapy
• Primary Location: Alberta Children's Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 14-JUN-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $25.70
• Maximum Salary: $29.28
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) program.Completion of a Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) certification or Canadian Standards Association (CSA) certification.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Three years’ experience as a surgical processor in a tertiary care facility.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with hand hygiene auditing. Experience managing respiratory therapy equipment including ventilators and blood gas machines.Experience with inventory management and equipment ordering within Oracle. Experience with implementation of cleaning processes and guideline development. AIW training or equivalent courses in QI and change management.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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