Unit Attendant

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health in Edmonton is seeking a casual/relief Unit Attendant to support the Medical Device Reprocessing Department. You will stock, restock, clean and porters equipment and supplies, and assist with patient and unit transport as needed.

Experience with MDRD workflows, decontamination, sterilization, and infection prevention is preferred. A CUPE 41 union environment applies, with shift patterns across days, evenings, nights, weekends.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 10 or recognized equivalent.
• Experience unloading mechanical washers and distributing supplies to clinical units.
• Knowledge of PPE, infection control, and MDRD safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Stocking, restocking, cleaning, and portering of equipment, supplies, and patients.
• Support MDRD operations by unloading washers and transporting supplies to and from clinical units.
• Assist with distribution and pickup of supplies and ensure infection control practices are followed.

Skills

MDRD operations

PPE compliance

Infection control

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Job description

This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a fast-paced healthcare environment while supporting the safe and efficient reprocessing and distribution of medical devices and supplies. Responsibilities include unloading mechanical washers, assisting with supply distribution, and coordinating the pickup and delivery of supplies to and from clinical units. Success in this role requires attention to detail, the ability to follow established procedures, and an understanding of infection prevention and control principles, safe handling practices, decontamination and sterilization processes, quality assurance standards, and the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).Please note: Classification Under Review.

Description:

The Unit Attendant supports the department by performing the tasks of stocking, restocking, cleaning, and portering of equipment, supplies, and patients. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the CUPE 41 Collective Agreement.

• Union: COV CUPE 41
• Unit and Program: Medical Device Reprocessing Department
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 09-NOV-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $20.45
• Maximum Salary: $22.30
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Unit Attendant
• Union: COV CUPE 41
• Unit and Program: Medical Device Reprocessing Department
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 09-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $20.45
• Maximum Salary: $22.30
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 10 or recognized equivalent required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Experience supporting MDRD operations through the unloading of mechanical washers and the transportation, pickup, and distribution of supplies to and from clinical units.Knowledge of the proper selection and use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) when performing MDRD-related tasks and handling contaminated medical devices.Understanding of safe work practices, quality assurance requirements, and infection control procedures within an MDRD environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with MDRD workflows, including the handling of contaminated and sterile medical devices in accordance with infection prevention and control standards.Previous experience working within a Medical Device Reprocessing Department (MDRD), with knowledge of decontamination, assembly, sterilization, and sterile storage processes.

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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