Coordinator, Medical Device Reprocessing

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health seeks a Coordinator, Medical Device Reprocessing to standardize reprocessing equipment and processes, and to lead program development and performance improvement initiatives.

The role reports to the Director of Surgical Services, Perioperative Care, and requires strong leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and education of staff across VIHA facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related health discipline and five years' recent related experience with medical device reprocessing and/or Operating Rooms.
• Experience with medical device reprocessing equipment and processes, and strong leadership abilities.
• Ability to develop relationships and collaborate with stakeholders across diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead standardization of reprocessing equipment, consumables, and supplies within VIHA.
• Coordinate program development, leadership development and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support policy development, training, and education across departments involved in reprocessing.
• Communicate effectively with senior leaders, front-line staff and external organizations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related health discipline

Job description

Coordinator, Medical Device Reprocessing - (237791)

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

07:30-15:30

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$46.55 - $66.91

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Director, Surgical Services, Perioperative Care, the Coordinator, Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) supports the standardization of all reprocessing equipment, consumable products and supplies, medical devices and processes, integrated within the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA). The Coordinator is responsible for planning leadership development, program development, coordination and implementation of strategic health service performance improvement initiatives, and ongoing evaluation of best practices in medical device reprocessing. Acts as the critical link with senior leaders, front line workers, health care professionals and other staff at all levels of VIHA and other Health Authorities, the Provincial Ministry and external organizations on current and proposed MDR services. Supports the reprocessing work of Managers and support staff of various departments where reprocessing occurs and ensures program continuity for all aspects of medical device reprocessing within VIHA.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related health discipline and five (5) years' recent related experience with all aspects of medical device reprocessing and/or Operating Rooms.

Skills And Abilities

• Familiarity and experience with all types of medical device reprocessing equipment and their uses.
• Proven leadership skills working with diverse groups of people.
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships and collaborate with key stakeholders across a wide range of groups.
  • Demonstrated, strong team-building and coaching/development skills.
  • Ability to articulate and arouse enthusiasm for a shared vision and mission.
• Ability to lead in the support, development and education of VIHA policies and procedures related to medical device reprocessing.
• Strong systems-thinking, critical analysis, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Proven strong written and verbal communication skills and good presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully educate adult learners including the development of in services, lesson plans, competency testing, and orientation using different delivery methods based on students 'strengths.
• Evidence of ability to successfully manage and support change through negotiation and facilitation.
• Experience with computer equipment and software.
• Self-directed with effective organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to define own continuing education needs and maintain competency through reading literature, management development, seminars and available educational offerings.