Operating Room Technician - Educational Opportunity

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health invites applications for a training position for Licensed Practical Nurse - Operating Room Technician (LPN-ORT) at Misericordia Community Hospital. The program includes a perioperative course with online theory, an 8-day lab and a 380-hour clinical competency portion, leading to ORT eligibility.

Successful candidates join a multidisciplinary team in general surgery, gynecology, vascular, plastics, ENT and orthopedics.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with and hold a valid practice permit from CLHA prior to commencing employment.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Responsibilities

• LPN-ORT works in scrub and circulating roles within the operating room.
• Supports the assessment, planning and implementation of patient care in the surgical setting.

Skills

LPN

Acute care nursing

Organizational

Communication

Education

LPN license

Tools

Electronic Charting

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Are you a keen and enthusiastic LPN that loves to learn? Have you ever been intrigued by the inner workings of the Operating Room? Do you love working in a team environment? Well, we have the perfect training opportunity for you! We are looking for a bright and talented LPN to take the Perioperative Course and become part of our amazing team at the MCH. The Perioperative Course through MacEwan University consists of: 3 theory courses that are completed over three months (online), an 8 day lab followed by a 380 hour clinical competency portion held at the MCH. You must successfully complete all portions, including the OR clinical preceptor portion to become an ORT and retain a position in the OR. This position is subject to provisions in LOU # 7 RE: OPERATING ROOM AND ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN TRAINING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY in the AUPE Collective Agreement. The successful incumbent will learn and grow to become be an integral member of the patient care team functioning in the scrub and circulating roles. The LPN/ORT works to their full scope of practice contributing to the assessment, planning, and implementation of patient care in the surgical setting; in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team. We offer a friendly inclusive working environment and host a variety of services consisting of: General Surgery, and Gynecology, Vascular, Plastics, ENT and Orthopedics. Please note this position is a training position only; meant for LPN’s who do not have a perioperative course. Number of hours per shift and shifts per cycle is for information purposes only.

Description:

Description: The Licensed Practical Nurse - Operating Room Technician (LPN-ORT) works as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, collaborating on the delivery of holistic, comprehensive care and support to patients/residents and families. The LPN-ORT works to the full scope of practice in providing safe, quality care in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the AUPE Auxiliary Nursing Collective Agreement.

• Union: COV AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Operating Room - MCH
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.63
• Posting End Date: 11-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 21-SEP-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 38
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $34.76
• Maximum Salary: $45.56
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Operating Room Technician
• Union: COV AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Operating Room - MCH
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.63
• Posting End Date: 11-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 21-SEP-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 38
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $34.76
• Maximum Salary: $45.56
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Must be registered with and hold a valid practice permit from College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) prior to commencing employment. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Must be able to lift 25lbs and have the physical ability to push, pull, bend, and stand for prolonged periods of time (more than 30 minutes). Minimum two years recent acute care nursing experience. Demonstrates excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills both verbal and written. Ability to perform consistently in a highly organized and rapid moving environment. Ability to collaborate within the expectations of an integrated team. Demonstrates advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Computer skills including experience with electronic charting & Microsoft Outlook. You must successfully complete all portions of the Perioperative Course at MacEwan University, including the OR clinical preceptor portion to become an ORT and retain a position in the OR. This position is subject to provisions in LOU # 7 RE: OPERATING ROOM AND ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN TRAINING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY in the AUPE Collective Agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous OR/Surgical experience.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening : As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Misericordia Community Hosp

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