Technician - Medical Device Reprocessing

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Saskatchewan is seeking a Technician - Medical Device Reprocessing to provide high-quality support in sterile processing for surgical services. Candidates should have relevant education and two years of experience in a veterinary clinic or hospital supply department. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a team. Salary ranges from $23.35 to $30.61 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 and a successful graduate of a Medical Device Reprocessing program from an accredited school in Canada.
• Two years of direct experience in a veterinary clinic or hospital supply and distribution department.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality sterile equipment and supplies for surgical services.
• Prepare sterile intravenous fluids and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with instruction of Veterinary Technology Program students.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Efficiency with computers

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Physical labour ability

Time management skills

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Graduate of a Medical Device Reprocessing program

Job description

Overview

Position: Technician - Medical Device Reprocessing

Primary Purpose: To provide support, delivery, and care for the sterile processing of instruments and laundry.

Nature of Work

This position provides services required of a hospital MDR unit and maintains a high quality of sterility and inventory control. Normal hospital central service environment with high noise levels, some unpleasant odors, dress code, traffic pattern restrictions and above-average temperatures due to equipment output. The position is in a complex environment with a wide range of time commitments and a highly fluctuating workload with frequent deadlines. Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labour (lifting/carrying of fluid gallons, instrument trays and wet laundry). May involve rotating shifts with some weekend hours.

Typical Duties / Accountabilities

Reporting to the Team Lead, Medical Device Reprocessing, this position works as an integral member of the team to provide high-quality sterile equipment and supplies for the Veterinary Medical Centre surgical service within standards as set out by the Medical Device Reprocessing Association Canada, ORNAC and AORN.

This position is also responsible for preparing sterile intravenous fluids, ensuring proper maintenance and handling of instrumentation, maintaining accurate written and computerized records, preparing and sterilizing surgery linen packs, sorting, washing, and folding of hospital linens; filling requests for supplies for VMC departments; and assisting with the instruction and evaluation of Veterinary Technology Program students.

Qualifications

Education: Completion of Grade 12 and a successful graduate of a Medical Device Reprocessing program from an accredited school in Canada.

Experience: Two years of direct experience in a veterinary clinic or hospital supply and distribution department.

Skills:

• Requires attention to detail; effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrated efficiency with computers and accurate data entry skills
• Ability to assess situations and set priorities to meet actively fluctuating needs
• Ability to analyze new situations and apply existing standards and procedures appropriately
• Ability to effectively work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to evaluate the work of others
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labour
• Demonstrated effective organizational and time management skills

This position is in the scope of CUPE 1975.

Department & Employment Details

• Department: Veterinary Medical Centre
• Status: Term 12 months with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
• Employment Group: CUPE 1975
• Shift: Shifts will be Monday – Friday, between 7:30 am - 5:00 pm, with one week out of the month, Tuesday-Saturday. Hours subject to change.
• Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
• Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $23.35 - 30.61 per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• Salary Family (if applicable): Applied Scientific Services
• Salary Phase/Band: Phase 4
• Posted Date: 9/10/2025
• Closing Date: 10/7/2025 at 6:00 pm CST
• Number of Openings: 1
• Work Location: On Campus

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where Yes is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php

Criminal Record Check: Yes

Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable

Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable

Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.

We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the policy and standing committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.

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