Perioperative Services Attendant

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Perioperative Services support role at Toronto Western Hospital. The position involves patient transport, supply stocking and assisting in preparation of surgical areas. Shifts include days and evenings, with a 37.5-hour work week and a competitive hourly wage.

Start rate is CAD 29.38 to CAD 30.29 per hour, with non-negotiable entry. Union CUPE – TW Service.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade XII or recognized equivalent.
• One year recent experience in a related patient care capacity.
• Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job including standing, lifting and moving patients.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, equipment and supplies.
• Stock and maintain inventories and patient holding areas.
• Provide patient-focused care and support in designated areas.
• Prepare surgical areas and support equipment in a team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned and related to the role.

Skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Safety knowledge

Education

Grade XII or equivalent

Job description

• Compensation: CAD 29.38 - CAD 30.29 - hourly

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 public funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Union:CUPE - TW Service
Number of vacancies:1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site:Toronto Western Hospital -399 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5T 2S8
Department:Perioperative Services
Reports to:Perioperative Services Manager
Hours: 37.5hours per week
Wage Range:$29.38 - $30.29 per hour. (Start rate non-negotiable)
Shifts:Variable, Days and Evenings (0730-1530 &1530-2330) One week of evenings every six weeks
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: October 29, 2026

Position Summary

The Operating Room at TWH has 17 OR Suites and 2 Block Rooms for Regional Anesthesia. The OR has the unique ability to provide technologically advanced investigations and treatment in image guided brain and spinal surgery. Many opportunities for additional education throughout the year including the Krembil Nursing Awards.

The majority of patients require the following types of practice:

• Spine Surgery
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Hand and Plastic Surgery
• General Surgery
• Ophthalmology Surgery

Duties

• Performing transportation functions, including movement of patients, equipment and supplies
• Stocking supplies;
• Ensuring necessary inventories are maintained, patient holding area and other designated areas; performing patient focused care and patient assistance functions;
• Preparing area’s for surgery by providing responsive team-oriented environmental support/maintenance services for the physical surroundings and equipment within
• Performing other indirect patient related duties
• Working in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations reporting hazards, deficiencies and contravention’s of the Act, in a timely manner; performing cross-functional duties as assigned and/or required
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade Xll or recognized equivalent.
• One (1) year recent experience in a related patient care capacity.
• Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and other relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (W.H.M.I.S.).
• Knowledge of applicable Hospital and departmental policies, procedures, guidelines, protocols and practices.
• Knowledge of procedures for handling contaminated materials.
• Ability to set-up and maintain the equipment, tools and instruments common to the Surgical Services environment, within scope of responsibility.
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively as an active participant with others in assisting with the delivery of the care to surgical patients.
• Ability to perform responsibilities in a courteous manner.
• Standard First Aid/ Basic Rescuer Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) certification an asset.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job required including: ability to stand, stoop, walk, bend, lift, push, pull and reach without any physical discomfort on a continuous basis; transferring patients with appropriate assistance; ability to stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift in excess of 40 kg.

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.