CPS Technician -M Central Processing

Trillium Health Partners; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Trillium Health Partners is seeking a CPS Technician for the Medical Device Reprocessing department at Mississauga Hospital. The role focuses on decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage and distribution of patient care equipment.

The position requires college certification in sterile processing, CSA certification (or within 1 year), and at least 1 year hospital experience in sterile processing. Flexible shifts include days and evenings across the week.

Qualifications

• Mandatory college certification in Sterile Supply Processing with practicum (120 hours) in a hospital sterile processing department.
• CSA certification or obtain within 1 year of employment.
• Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Experience with medical terminology is an asset.
• Minimum 1 year hospital experience in sterile processing techniques.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
• Competence using an electronic instrument tracking system.
• Complete required in-house orientation/training within probation.
• Ability to communicate effectively, written and oral.
• Lift up to 25 lbs and move case carts.
• Positive work and attendance record.
• Performs other related duties.

Responsibilities

• Work in all MDR areas, including satellite departments of Diagnostic Imaging and Endoscopy.
• Collect contaminated/soiled equipment and return to MDR.
• Decontaminate and inspect surgical instruments and equipment.
• Manual cleaning of heavily soiled items before washing.
• Operate washer-disinfectors, cart washer and sonic cleaner.
• Dismantle, clean, inspect, and reassemble equipment per MIFU.
• Check functionality and cleanliness before assembly.
• Wrap supplies in sterilization wrap with appropriate tape and indicators.
• Load/unload and monitor sterilizer parameters.
• Perform and document biological testing on sterilizers.
• Follow event-related sterilization principles.
• Distribute supplies/trays to OR and designated areas.
• Prepare surgical case carts following pick list protocol.
• Replenish crash carts and necessary containers.
• Assemble/testing of portable suction equipment.
• Prepare special supplies as needed.
• Respond to urgent requests in patient care areas.
• Inspect and report damaged equipment to supervisor.
• Track reprocessing areas in electronic system.
• Adhere to departmental SOPs and policies.
• Participate in Quality Assurance Audits and documentation.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment.
• Comply with all regulatory requirements including WHMIS/OH&S.

Skills

Effective communication

Medical terminology knowledge

Proficient with instrument tracking

Education

College certification in Sterile Supply Processing (3 modules + practicum)

CSA certification (or within 1 year)

Grade 12 education or equivalent

Experience with medical terminology (asset)

Job description

CUPE 5180 Job Posting

Position: CPS Technician

Job ID: 8360

Status: Temporary Full-Time (1) (Up to 12 months)

Department : Medical Device Reprocessing

Role Level: CUPE 05 - $28.462 – $30.684 per hour

Site : Mississauga Hospital *

Hours of Work/ Shift(s) : 07:00 - 15:00 AND 15:00 - 23:00 ; Monday to Sunday

• The location of any vacancy/position may be changed or reassigned as per operational need

Trillium Health Partners is one of Canada’s largest community-based teaching hospitals, serving the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities through the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, the Queensway Health Centre, the Reactivation care Centre (Church Site) and the new THP-UHN Reactivation Care Centre. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, and courage, and through our strategic roadmap, Plan to 2030, we are creating a new kind of health care - defined not by illness, but by the health and well‑being of people and communities.

Job Description

Responsible for the reprocessing of patient care equipment and instruments for use in surgery and other patient care areas. Duties include the collection of soiled instruments/endoscopes/equipment, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization, storage and distribution.

Qualifications

• Mandatory College certification in Sterile Supply Processing, incorporating 3 course modules including practicum (120 hours) in a hospital sterile processing department.
• Must have CSA certification or obtain within 1 year of employment
• Minimum grade 12 education and/or equivalent.
• Experience with medical terminology an asset.
• Minimum 1 year hospital work experience in sterile processing techniques and preparation of medical supplies and equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
• Competence using an electronic instrument tracking system.
• Must successfully complete the required in-house orientation/training program within the defined probationary period.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job lifting trays up to 25lbs and movement of case carts
• Positive work and attendance record is essential
• Performs other related duties as required

Key Responsibilities

• Able to work in all areas of MDR where assigned, including MDR satellite departments of Diagnostic Imaging and Endoscopy
• Collects contaminated/soiled equipment, instruments, trays, etc. and returns to MDR.
• Cleans and terminally decontaminates surgical instruments, endoscopes, and other reusable equipment in accordance with established departmental protocols.
• Manual cleaning/brushing of heavily soiled instruments/equipment in enzymatic detergent prior to mechanical washing.
• Operates washer-disinfectors, cart washer and sonic cleaner for decontamination of all instruments and equipment.
• Dismantles, cleans, inspects, and reassembles equipment/instruments as outlined in MIFU’s.
• Checks functionality and cleanliness of equipment/instruments prior to assembly.
• Ensures supplies/trays are wrapped correctly in sterilization wrapper/pouch to include sterilization integrator and labeled with the appropriate sterilization tape.
• Loads, unloads, and monitors the parameters of sterilizers.
• Performs and documents biological testing on all sterilization equipment.
• Carries out all sterilization procedures and related duties in accordance with established standards for sterilizers.
• Understands and follows principles of event related sterilization.
• Distributes supplies/trays to OR and other designated clinical areas.
• Prepares surgical case carts for surgical procedures following pick list protocol.
• Replenishment of crash carts, intubation boxes, latex-free boxes and contact precaution carts.
• Assembly/testing of portable suction equipment.
• Custom preparation of all special supplies as needed.
• Responds immediately to urgent requests as required by all patient care areas.
• Inspects and reports all damaged equipment and supplies immediately to the Supervisor/Lead Hand or designate.
• Tracks all areas of reprocessing as directed in the electronic instrument tracking system.
• Adheres to all departmental policies and SOP's.
• Participates in Quality Assurance Audits and assists with documentation of same.
• Documents workload measurement statistics as required.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Performs all work in a safe and proper manner in accordance with Trillium Health Partners principles and protocols and all legislative requirements/codes/regulations/standards, including WHMIS, MOE, OH&S, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Internal Candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.

Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications.

Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant.

Trillium Health Partners’ (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk/Inuit person to consider this opportunity.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act.

We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Our organization may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI) or algorithm-assisted systems, to support the initial review of applications. These tools are used only to assist our recruiters and hiring managers; all hiring decisions include meaningful human involvement and final review.

About Us

Trillium Health Partners is one of Canada’s largest community-based teaching hospitals. Our team of more than 17,000 people serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, west Toronto, and surrounding communities through the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, the Queensway Health Centre, and nine satellite locations. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, and courage, and through our strategic roadmap, Plan to 2030, we are creating a new kind of health care - defined not by illness, but by the health and well‑being of people and communities.