Medical Device Reprocessing Technician – Sterile Processing and Distribution (SPD) – Part Time (2)
- Sault Ste. Marie, ON, Canada
Part-time
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Note: Because of the changing nature of the work and work to be done, other responsibilities and duties may by assigned and qualifications may be adjusted from time to time. Only those selected for the test/ interview will be contacted.
Individuals will be selected on the basis of their ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume which they have attached to the posting application form. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview and/or testing where required.
Sault Area Hospital does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.
Reason for Job Posting: Existing Vacancy
- Safely operates Medical Device Reprocessing equipment.
- Safely dissembles, cleans, disinfects, reassembles and sterilizes reusable medical equipment according to the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) standards, manufacturer’s instructions and hospital policies/procedures.
- Identifies and reports equipment malfunction to ensure safety of co-workers and takes appropriate action to rectify any hazardous conditions.
- Knows and follows Infection Control Policies, Spaulding’s Classification, as well as all pertinent regulations pertaining to MDR.
- Keeps and submits completed, accurate records and statistics, as required.
- Inspects instrumentation for functionality and takes appropriate steps to rectify issues.
- Keeps MDRAO (Medical Device Reprocessing Association of Ontario) or equivalent certification current.
- Communicates with and seeks the advice of department Supervisor, as required.
- Maintains sterile inventories.
- Keeps informed and maintains all educational requirements for devices and equipment (ex. Techniques Course, MDRAO)
- Secondary school diploma.
- Must be enrolled in a Medical Device Reprocessing Course (Ie. MDRAO, MDR techniques Online Course) or refresher.
- Knowledge of Canadian Standards sterilization, Spaulding’s Classification, and Medical Terminology.
- Knowledge of Operating Room instrumentation care and tray set-ups, and sterile technique.
- Working knowledge of computers
- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain successful working relationships; ability to meet and interact with people in a pleasant, professional, responsible and reassuring manner, both in person and on the telephone; tact, courtesy and alertness in public contacts.
- Demonstrated behaviour consistent with Hospital Mission, Vision, Values and Standards of Performance.
Note: Because of the changing nature of the work and work to be done, other responsibilities and duties may by assigned and qualifications may be adjusted from time to time. Only those selected for the test/ interview will be contacted.
Individuals will be selected on the basis of their ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume which they have attached to the posting application form. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview and/or testing where required.
Sault Area Hospital does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.
Reason for Job Posting: Existing Vacancy
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Responsibilities
Operate medical device reprocessing equipment and safely clean, disinfect, inspect, reassemble, and sterilize reusable medical equipment according to applicable standards, manufacturer instructions, and hospital procedures. Maintain sterile inventories and accurate records, report equipment malfunctions or hazards, and keep required training and certification current.
Requirements
A secondary school diploma is required, and applicants must be enrolled in a medical device reprocessing course or refresher program. Knowledge of sterilization standards, Spaulding’s Classification, medical terminology, operating room instrumentation, tray setups, and sterile technique is expected; continued employment is conditional on completing training and obtaining provincial certification.
Skills
- Medical Device Reprocessing
- Equipment Operation
- Cleaning and Disinfection
- Sterilization
- Infection Control
- Spaulding’s Classification
- Canadian Standards Association Standards
- Operating Room Instrumentation
- Tray Setup
- Sterile Technique
- Equipment Inspection
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Sterile Inventory Management
- Recordkeeping
- Medical Terminology
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
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- Healthcare
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Medical Device Reprocessing
- Sterile Processing and Distribution
- Medical Device Reprocessing Association of Ontario
- MDR Techniques Course
- Provincial Certification
- Canadian Standards Association
- Spaulding’s Classification
- Infection Control Policies
- Medical Terminology
- Operating Room Instrumentation
- Tray Setups
- Sterile Technique
- Sterilization
- Disinfection
- Reusable Medical Equipment
- Equipment Malfunction Reporting
- Equipment Inspection
- Sterile Inventory
- Recordkeeping
- Hospital Policies and Procedures
- Manufacturer’s Instructions
- Computer Skills