Ward Aide (Family Birthing Centre)

Cencora | Pharma solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Toronto is seeking a qualified individual for a sterile processing role. Responsibilities include decontaminating, reprocessing, and sterilizing equipment and supplies, as well as cleaning labor rooms. Candidates should have Grade 12 or equivalent and current BLS, along with recent experience in a sterile processing area. A good decision-making ability and excellent customer service skills are essential. This role requires teamwork and an ability to work independently within Maternal/Newborn & Child Health Services.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a sterile processing area recommended.
• Demonstrated ability in cleaning of patient equipment and areas.
• Good work and attendance record required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for decontaminating, reprocessing and sterilization of equipment.
• Cleaning of labour rooms and maintaining stock of supplies.
• Must be prepared to work in all areas of Maternal / Newborn & Child Health Services.

Skills

Cleaning of patient equipment

Problem-solving

Excellent customer service

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Current BLS

Job description

OVERVIEW

Responsible for decontaminating, reprocessing and sterilization of equipment, supplies and surgical instrumentation. Cleaning of labour rooms and maintaining stock of supplies.

EDUCATION

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Current BLS.

QUALIFICATIONS

Recent experience in a sterile processing area recommended.

Recent experience working in the Operating Room and / or Obstetrical Units recommended.

Demonstrated ability in cleaning of patient equipment and areas.

Ability to lift 10 kg, transport patients, specimens, & supplies as required.

Ability to work comfortably around labouring patients and newborns.

Decontamination, preparation and sterilization of trays, basin sets, etc.

Demonstrated ability to adhere to the principles of asepsis technique.

Demonstrated ability to problem solve effectively.

Good decision-making skills.

Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.

Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Must be prepared to work in all areas of Maternal / Newborn & Child Health Services (skills & abilities considered).

Good work and attendance record required.

All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario. All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH. All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

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