Medical Supply Technician II

Canadian Red Cross; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Canadian Red Cross seeks a Medical Technician for a temporary full-time role in Abbotsford, BC. You will inspect, deliver, and maintain medical equipment while providing excellent client service. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, experience with hand tools, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent required.
• CPR / First Aid certification within past 2 years preferred.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License is a must.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Transport equipment between sites and deliver to clients.
• Instruct clients in proper use and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Client service skills

Verbal communication

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a team

Education

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Basic power tools

Job description

Employee Working Location : In-person (Abbotsford, BC)

Employment Status : Temporary Full-time (7 months)

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) – an inspirational not for profit organization, helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. As a Canada’s Best Employers 2024, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment.

In this role, you will :

Inspect and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and carry out repairs, following the manufacturer’s specifications.

Document repairs and maintain up-to-date equipment records in the inventory management system.

Clean and disinfect health equipment, according to standards.

Transport equipment between HELP sites and deliver, install, and pick up equipment from clients’ homes, as per established procedures.

Instruct clients and caregivers in the proper use and maintenance of equipment.

What we are looking for :

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.

Basic knowledge working with hand and basic power tools.

A valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.

Able to lift and carry up to 80lbs.

Strong verbal communication skills; client service skills; and ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Successful completion of CPR / First Aid taken within past 2 years (or willing to take it within probationary period).

Experience working with volunteers and diverse populations is considered an asset.

Commercial driving and delivery experience is considered an asset.

Fluency in English is required

Working conditions :

35-hour work week, Monday to Friday. Work varies from warehouse to other HELP sites, client homes and Assisted Living facilities.

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods and safely operate a vehicle for deliveries, which can be up to 75% of the day.

May be required to work out of other HELP locations.

As we work with and support people (managers, colleagues, beneficiaries / customers, volunteers, donors and external partners) and communities in Canada and around the world, applicants whose first language is not English may be required to perform the responsibilities of the role in English.

Eligibility to work in Canada : At this time, we welcome applications from candidates eligible to work in Canada. If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, we encourage you to carefully review your visa to find out whether you are eligible to work in the job you are considering applying for. Refer to our FAQ for more information.

If you are selected for this role, you will be required to complete a successful pre-employment screening process which includes a satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).

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