Medical Device Reprocessing Technician - O.R. Sterile Processing Attendant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Winnipeg as a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician. This role involves preparing surgical supplies and instruments, ensuring efficient operations in the operating room. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a commitment to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Six months related experience as a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician or equivalent.
• Grade 12 or equivalent and completion of a recognized program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing supplies and instruments for surgical procedures.
• Process instruments and equipment, restock supplies, and maintain records.

Skills

Ability to work in a Windows operating environment

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Ability to interact well with others

Ability to retain information which is of a confidential nature

Ability to work with accuracy

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Ability to adapt readily to stressful situations

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Grade 12 or recognized equivalent

Successful completion of a regionally recognized Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Program

Job description

Requisition ID: 381459

PositionNumber: 20070496

Posting End Date: May 27, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Employer: St. Boniface Hospital

Site: St. Boniface Hospital

Department / Unit: MDR OR Sterile Processing Attendant

Job Stream: Clinical Support

Union:CUPE

Anticipated Start - End Date: ASAP - Indefinite

Reason for Term: Other Leave

FTE: 0.80

Anticipated Shift: Days;Weekends

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $24.577 , $25.312 , $26.071 , $26.854 , $27.660 , $28.491

Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care.

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Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR), and while demonstrating a commitment to the Mission, Values and Management Philosophy of St. Boniface Hospital, the Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, O.R. is responsible for assisting with functions related to preparing supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures to include: preparing a case cart for each surgical procedure; processing instruments and equipment; assembling slated and emergency surgical instruments; restocking supplies; performing various cleaning duties; transporting supplies; maintaining records; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Experience

• Six (6) months related* experience during the immediate preceding three (3) years.

*Note: “Related” experience is deemed to be experience as a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, CPD, Sterile Processing Attendant, NFA or Anesthesia Attendant.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12, or recognized equivalent.
• Successful completion of a regionally recognized and approved Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Program from an accredited institution.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to work in a Windows operating environment.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to interact well with others.
• Ability to retain information which is of a confidential nature.
• Ability to work with accuracy.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt readily to stressful situations.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move patients and equipment.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend, lift, twist and reach constantly throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment/trays weighing up to approximately 40 lbs./18 kgs.
• Ability to maneuver and push/pull loaded carts.

St. Boniface Hospital is committed to empowering a workforce that welcomes and celebrates diversity by fostering culturally safe places for all employees. We strive to celebrate our diverse workforce and the outstanding work we do every day.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective bargaining agreement.

T his position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.