Medical Device Reprocessing Technician

Vancouver Island Health Authority; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider seeks an individual to perform key duties in sterilizing instruments and supporting operations in the Operating Room. The role involves cleaning and organizing various medical items, as well as ensuring instruments are sterilized and delivered correctly. Candidates must have completed Grade 12 and Sterile Supply Processing course, with strong communication abilities and a commitment to safety standards. This position may be temporary, with potential for extension based on departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Sterile Supply Processing course required.
• One year recent related experience or equivalent combination needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, sorting, and assembling of instruments and equipment.
• Wrap and sterilize instruments utilizing applicable techniques.
• Distribute sterilized instruments to appropriate areas.

Skills

Knowledge of medical and surgical terminology

Mathematical aptitude

Ability to organize work

Physical ability to carry out duties

Ability to operate related equipment

Effective verbal and written communication

Education

Grade 12

Sterile Supply Processing course

Job description

Victoria General Hospital (VGH) – Victoria, BC V8Z 6R5 CA (Primary)

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & 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.

Reports to Supervisor/Team Lead. Performs a variety of duties such as cleaning, sorting, assembling, and picking of simple and complex types of instrument sets, equipment, and endoscopes used in the Operating Room (O.R.), Endoscopy, and other areas of the hospital. Wraps and sterilizes instruments and equipment, utilizing applicable sterilization techniques, and distributes to appropriate areas. Performs related computerized and clerical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, successful completion of Sterile Supply Processing course, plus one year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of medical and surgical terminology.
• Mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to organize work.
• Physical ability to carry out duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

FBA: This temporary position may be extended or ended at the discretion of the hiring manager based on the departmental requirements.