Sterile Supply Processing Aide

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Port Alberni; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) invites applications for a Sterile Supply Processing Aide at West Coast General Hospital in Port Alberni, BC. This temporary full-time position supports sterile processing, decontamination, assembly, wrapping, sterilization and distribution of instruments and supplies for operative procedures.

Minimum requirements include Grade 12 and completion of Sterile Supply Processing courses plus one year of related experience, with the ability to operate

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and completion of Sterile Supply Processing course.
• One year of recent related experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of surgical and medical terminology.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• The Sterile Supply Processing Aide cleans, decontaminates, assembles, wraps, sterilizes and distributes complex and specialized instruments, supplies, linen and equipment related to operative procedures; cleans work areas; and performs related clerical duties.

Skills

Surgical and medical terminology

Mathematical aptitude

Communication skills

Equipment operation

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 12 + Sterile Supply Processing course

Job description

Sterile Supply Processing Aide - (234670)

West Coast General Hospital (WCGH) - Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4S1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

WCGH MDRD

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0730-1530 / 1000-1800

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$30.67 - $30.67

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Sep. 8 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Sterile Supply Processing Aide cleans, decontaminates, assembles, wraps, sterilizes and distributes complex and specialized instruments, supplies, linen and equipment related to operative procedures; cleans work areas; and performs related clerical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, successful completion of Sterile Supply Processing course plus one (1) year's recent, related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of surgical and medical terminology.
• Mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to communicate and deal effectively with others.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

More information on working at West Coast General Hospital may be found at: https://youtu.be/amD__Ko_6SY

Additional Clauses

FBA: This temporary position may be extended or ended at the discretion of the hiring manager based on the departmental requirements.