Job Description

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada's most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America's largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. Learn more at

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital's Workplace Health and Safety department.

The completion of this online form serves as your application and will be used to determine if you meet the requirements of this position. Please ensure that you have provided all pertinent information necessary to be considered for this vacancy by the close date.

Reporting to the Manager of DDU, the DDU Attendant is responsible for the reprocessing of scopes, proper equipment sterilization/sanitation, and general patient care including transport, other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Secondary school graduate or equivalent
• Central reprocessing certification from a recognized College
• Current CSAO /CSA Certification
• Minimum of 1 year experience in direct consumer care area
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in a scope reprocessing setting
• Basic knowledge of medical/surgical equipment
• Knowledge of anatomy of flexible scopes and care and maintenance of procedural/surgical instruments and equipment
• Familiarity in operating an Automated Endoscopic Reprocessor
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Familiarity with basic computer programs
• Demonstrated ability to adjust priorities and be flexible with work assignments
• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN?s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to SHN's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff safety, patient safety, and environmental safety and participates in regular in-service education in this area.
• Strong work ethic and commitment is required
• Demonstrated high standards of work outputs
• Highly punctual
• Demonstrated professionalism and reliability

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community's unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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