Technicien·ne de bloc opératoire

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes; Halifax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Couverture des frais de scolarité

Soins de santé complets

Vacances payées

Job summary

Les Forces armées canadiennes recherchent un(e) Technicien·ne de bloc opératoire pour rejoindre leurs équipes chirurgicales. Dans ce rôle essentiel, vous serez responsable d'assurer un environnement stérile et de soutenir les équipes pendant les interventions chirurgicales. Une formation complète et des opportunités de développement, y compris des programmes d'éducation subventionnés, sont offertes aux candidats retenus.

Qualifications

• Diplôme en auxiliaire de soins et certification IAA requises.
• Connaissances en techniques de bloc opératoire appréciées.
• Expérience dans un environnement chirurgical est un atout.

Responsibilities

• Fournir un environnement stérile pour les opérations chirurgicales.
• Assister les équipes chirurgicales pendant toutes les étapes des procédures.
• Gérer l'approvisionnement et l'entretien des instruments médicaux.

Skills

Assistance chirurgicale

Gestion des fournitures médicales

Décontamination et stérilisation

Support aux patients

Gestion des documents médicaux

Education

Diplôme en soins auxiliaires

Certification IAA en techniques de bloc opératoire

Job description

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Overview
As a military member, surgical technicians are responsible for providing a sterile environment for surgical procedures in both static (domestic) and operational (mission) settings. They are integral members of the surgical team, offering perioperative care, assisting surgeons and anesthesiologists, and applying orthopedic casts during surgeries. They are also responsible for reprocessing medical instruments and handling surgical materials and equipment.

Their main responsibilities include:

• Providing a clean and safe environment for patient treatment and assisting surgical teams at all stages of procedures
• Maintaining equipment functionality, providing on-site training for operations, and supervising operating rooms in the field
• Supporting patient recovery post-anesthesia
• Decontaminating, cleaning, maintaining, and supplying materials and instruments, including packaging and sterilization
• Using and maintaining medical and resuscitation equipment
• Documenting and managing medical records, reports, and communications
• Managing supplies and inventory control

Work Environment
Technicians typically work in civilian hospitals within military surgical teams, with opportunities to join civilian teams in Canada or be deployed abroad. Usually, they work regular hours, Monday to Friday, but shifts or on-call work may be required.

If you join the Regular Force, you will be assigned to your first base after completing the required training. While there is some flexibility in postings, relocations are common. Reserve Force members serve part-time at a reserve unit of their choice, generally working one evening a week and some weekends, with potential for full-time employment.

Enlistment Programs

• Direct Enlistment Options
• Subsidized Education Options

Applicants must hold a diploma in auxiliary nursing, a valid license to practice as an IAA issued by a provincial authority, and an attestation letter from the professional authority. An IAA certification in operating room techniques is an asset.

For more information, contact the Health Services recruiter: [e-mail]

The Canadian Forces will cover tuition costs for recruits enrolled in approved college programs through the PIESMR program, which includes basic military training and summer on-the-job training. Benefits include full salary, healthcare, dental, and paid vacation. Enrolled candidates commit to serving for a specified period.

For more details on subsidized education programs, contact the recruiter or visit the official website.

Training
Initial training is the Basic Military Qualification Course at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. The course covers basic skills and common military knowledge, with a physically demanding training regime.

The training comprises four modules: a two-year practical nursing training at a recognized Canadian institution, a six to eight-month OR technician course at Algonquin College or Grant MacEwan University, a 1,500-hour on-the-job training program in surgical specialties, and field surgical services training.

Post-qualification, trainees complete a medical instrument reprocessing course. Advanced orthopedics training is available upon promotion, focusing on advanced cast application and orthopedic device maintenance.

Equivalent Civilian Jobs

• Authorized Nursing Assistant
• Authorized Perioperative Nursing Assistant
• Nursing Education and Instruction
• Medical Instrument Reprocessing Technician
• Endoscopic Reprocessing Technician