Medical Device Reprocessing Technician - OR

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Winnipeg is seeking a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician. You will assist in preparing supplies and instruments for surgical procedures, process equipment, and maintain records. Candidates should have experience in medical device reprocessing and a relevant educational background. The role emphasizes working independently in a fast-paced environment, with required physical capabilities for lifting and moving equipment.

Qualifications

• Six months related experience in medical device reprocessing roles.
• Successful completion of a medical device reprocessing program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgeries.
• Process instruments and assemble surgical instruments.
• Maintain records and perform cleaning duties as assigned.

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 confidential information

Ability to work with accuracy

Ability to work independently

Ability to adapt to stressful situations

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Grade 12 or recognized equivalent

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Program completion

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID: 389023   Position Number: 20068434   Posting End Date: September 30, 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: 10/01/2025 - Indefinite
Reason for Term: Other Leave   FTE: 1.00
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

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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.

This 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.