Expression of Interest - Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Training Program (MDRT)

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in becoming Medical Device Reprocessing Technicians. This full-time employer-sponsored training program combines online learning with hands-on clinical experience, ensuring participants are equipped with the necessary skills to excel in a vital healthcare role. Participants will enjoy covered tuition and fees, as well as a weekly stipend. Successful candidates will not only enhance their career prospects but also contribute significantly to patient care in state-of-the-art facilities. Join this innovative program and take a step forward in your healthcare career!

Benefits

Employer-paid tuition and fees

Weekly stipend

Hands-on clinical experience

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or acceptable equivalent is required.
• Must have completed Medical Terminology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Ensure instruments and equipment are ready for use when needed.
• Work closely with RNs and support staff in perioperative units.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Grade 12 English with C or better

Job description

Expression of Interest - Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Training Program (MDRT)

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

Exciting News To Share
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Training Program is being offered through Island Health. Start date is May 06, 2024 and will run until approximately October 04, 2024. Program combines online curriculum through VIU, and clinical practicum at Island Health Sites.

What You Need To Know

• Are you an Island Health employee under the Facilities Bargaining Agreement (FBA) looking to further your career with Island Health?
• We are excited to announce that Island Health is offering an employer sponsored education program to join our Medical Device Reprocessing team.
• This program is full time employer paid. All tuition, fees, and costs of necessary books are paid for on behalf of the participants. Students enrolled in the program will also receive a weekly stipend.
• Available to all existing Island Health FBA employees.
• Our Medical Device Reprocessing Technicians work closely with the RNs and support staff to ensure instruments and equipment are ready for use when needed.
• Our perioperative units are state of the art, and allow our multidisciplinary teams to provide a comprehensive array of services across Vancouver Island, with the Operating Room and Endoscopy department being our largest customers.
• Successful participants are required to complete a six-month return of service period (ROS period) working as a MDRT at Island Health.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12 (or acceptable equivalent); Grade 12 English with C or better or assessment by VIU; Completion of Medical Terminology (OSME002) or equivalent.

Skills And Abilities
Take a look at the video link below to see what it is like working as a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician at Island Health: MDRT at Island Health

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Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries
• Hospitals and Health Care