Job Description

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the CUPE Local 139 Collective Agreement

The Medical Device Reprocessing Technician uses knowledge of infection control principles and medical aseptic techniques to ensure the appropriate level of sterility of reusable medical devices and equipment entrusted to their care. They ensure clean, disinfected, properly assembled and sterile and/or high level disinfected reusable medical devices and equipment are readily available to the entire hospital.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:

Grade 12 Graduate or equivalent required Current certification in a recognized Medical Device Reprocessing Course required Recent Certificate (within 2 years) in Central Service Technique Course or equivalent course required Minimum 2 years MDRD experience required Non-Violent Crisis Intervention required (training delivered by Health Centre upon hire) Experience with surgical instrumentation and sterilization equipment required Experience with hospital medical/surgical supplies and equipment required

Skills/Abilities

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Ability to perform physically demanding work Ability to work with minimal supervision required Good organizational and interpersonal skills required Knowledge of infection control practices Must be available for scheduled shifts and call-ins Good attendance and work record required Must demonstrate commitment to ensure their safety, the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is an asset.

All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level.*


North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.


NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER