Operating Room Technician - Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Alberta is seeking an experienced Operating Room Technician to provide peri-operative care in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in patient care, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include supporting surgical procedures and ensuring a high standard of patient safety. This role offers a competitive salary range of $28.93 to $37.90 per hour.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse education program.
• Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with CLPNA.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide peri-operative patient care according to CLPNA standards.
• Demonstrate competence in scrub and circulating roles.
• Collaborate with the surgical team for quality initiatives.

Skills

Perioperative care

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse education program

Post-Grad Perioperative Certification

Job description

Your Opportunity

As a member of a multi‑disciplinary team, the experienced peri‑operative Operating Room Technician (ORT) will be responsible for providing peri‑operative patient care in accordance with CLPNA practice standards. The incumbent will demonstrate competence in delivering safe, effective and efficient care in both a scrub and a circulating role as an integral part of the surgical team. The nurse is responsible to provide safe care throughout the patient stay in the surgical suite. The nurse promotes the professional role and evaluates their professional education and clinical practice standards. The scope of practice is a continuum ranging from basic to advanced clinical nursing activities. The ORT is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care during the peri‑operative patient experience in accordance with hospital policies and standards. The incumbent will work with patients during peri‑operative phase of care and must demonstrate a professional, positive attitude, excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills when performing scrubbing and circulating duties in the surgical environment. It is expected that the ORT is able to contribute to quality initiatives and promotes a professional work environment at all times. The Main OR (DTC) is comprised of 13 theatres primarily focused on general surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery including arthroplasty, plastic, maxillofacial, urology, thoracic, and vascular procedures. Theatres are digitally integrated for performing minimally invasive surgery and this is a level 2 trauma centre with over 10,000 surgeries done annually. This is a busy and fast paced environment.

Description

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills. You will be guided by your education, experience, demonstrated skill level and AHS policies and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centred care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

• Classification: OR Technician
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: DTC Surgical Suite
• Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi‑Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 24‑NOV‑2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 04‑DEC‑2025
• Temporary End Date: 30‑NOV‑2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 8
• Shifts per cycle: 32
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $28.93
• Maximum Salary: $37.90
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support – Health Care Provider (BCLS‑HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications

Post‑Grad Perioperative Certification required. OR Completion of a CLPNA approved perioperative course. 3‑5 years current OR experience. Knowledge of advanced minimally invasive surgery (MIS). Ability to collaborate within the expectations of an integrated team. Ability to demonstrate problem‑solving skills integrating critical thinking and good judgment. Ability to demonstrate communication skills that promote respect and a positive team environment. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time and perform repetitive movements for the duration of your shift. Physically capable to lift, push and pull up to 20 lbs of force. Incumbent should have effective interpersonal and written communication skills. Only candidates who submit a current resume will be considered for an interview.

Preferred Qualifications

As required.