Medical Device Reprocessing Technician

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Ontario is seeking a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician. The role involves ensuring the sterility and readiness of reusable medical devices for the hospital. Candidates must have at least a Grade 12 diploma and complete specific training certifications in medical device reprocessing. The position demands good communication skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and physical capability for handling equipment. Commitment to values such as Service and Responsible Stewardship is essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to speak, write, and read English.
• Familiarity with decontamination techniques and machinery is essential.
• Physical capability for lifting and standing for long periods required.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the sterility of reusable medical devices.
• Disinfect and assemble medical devices appropriately.
• Maintain a clean environment for medical equipment.

Skills

Basic data entry skills

MS Excel

MS Word

Photoshop

Good communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate or Diploma

MDRAO and/or CSAO certification

CMDRT certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Medical Device Reprocessing Technician uses knowledge of infection control principles and medical aseptic techniques to ensure the appropriate level of sterility of reusable medical devices and equipment entrusted to their care. They ensure clean, disinfected, properly assembled and sterile and/or high level disinfected reusable medical devices and equipment are readily available to the entire hospital.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Applicant must meet one of the following 3 education options:
  1. Successful completion of a Certificate or Diploma in Sterile Supply/Medical Device Reprocessing through a recognized post-secondary educational institution
  2. Valid MDRAO and/or CSAO certificate plus a minimum of 900 hours of recent (within the past 5 years) medical device reprocessing experience
  3. Valid CMDRT certification
• Must be able to speak, write and read English
• Recent MDR experience preferred
• Basic data entry skills and familiarity with computerized tracking and ordering systems for material management
• Basic skill level in MSExcel for looking up schedules and MSWord and Photoshop for updating instructions manuals
• Familiarity with techniques, products and machinery used to safely decontaminate specialized instruments
• Basic understanding and appreciation of principles of microbiology
• Must be physically capable of lifting and/or pushing heavy loads, standing and walking for long periods of time
• Applicants must have demonstrated ability to accept responsibilities, work with minimal supervision and show initiative
• Good interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills required
• Demonstrated commitment to the values of Service, Responsible Stewardship, Community Responsiveness and Respect
• Good work performance and attendance record is essential